What Marketing Gives, Engineering Takes - Intel Haswell processor runs at slower clock speed, has only 4 cores, doesn't have faster graphics, users can't upgrade easily due to new socket designs, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, June 18, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Autodesk and Adobe's Cloud-Based Subscription Models - What's the Deal? - cloud, subscription will mean: limited piracy, consistent revenue, identifiable customers, traceable usage; software firms will get better deal, rather than customers, Martyn Day, DEVELOP 3D, June 18, 2013 (more cloud articles)

Vectorworks Fog is Sexy - create new Renderworks background, select default fog density, assign background to design layer, add spotlight lighting device, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, June 17, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

IPD with Autodesk - Phil Bernstein of Autodesk on safe building design, ability to withstand natural disasters, Kristin Dispenza, Buildipedia.com, June 13, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Autodesk Product Updates: What Do I Have Installed? - select down arrow located on top right of software, go to 'about Autodesk product,’ view installed updates, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 17, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Afraid to Use Network Licensing Because You Don't Want to Lose Your Work If the Server Goes Down? - leave Revit open, avoid saving/closing file, fix communication problem, run another instance of Revit on same machine, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 17, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Mapping Magic in Civil 3D 2014 - log in to Autodesk 360, use GEOGRAPHICLOCATION command to determine location, invoke GEOMAP command to generate aerial, road or hybrid image, Eric Chappell's Blog, June 17, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Multifunction Grips on AutoCAD Dimensions - move text on line, reset text position, quickly remove mleader, Lynn Allen, Lynn Allen's Blog, June 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Dork Side Tips: Speel Chocker - SPELL command to check spellings, customize dictionary in AutoCAD, Melanie Perry, Mistress of the Dorkness, June 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Dork Side Tips: Lay It All Out - importing layouts into AutoCAD drawing for another level, Melanie Perry, Mistress of the Dorkness, June 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Select Osnaps with Your Left Hand - assign keyboard shortcuts to different osnaps using AutoCAD CUI, Perry Pattiz, Cadalyst, Jun 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Create PDF C++ Example - using PDF translator in Inventor API help file to create PDF for single/multiple sheets, Wayne Brill, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Why Can't I Preview My Inventor Assembly Constraints - go to assembly tab under application options to uncheck defer update option, 'edit constraint' to select show preview again, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Capture Escape Key on Revit - use Win32 APIs with SetWindowsHookEx method to track keys in Revit, Augusto Goncalves, AEC DevBlog, June 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

7 Great New Features in the NBS for Autodesk Revit Plug-in 2.0 - drag, drop objects direct from National BIM Library, synchronize design guidance, create outline specification, improve specification navigator, object navigation, enhance association report, combine IFC generation, Stephen Hamil, Construction Code, June 17, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Spikey Stuff - load SketchUp file as link to keep both SketchUp, Revit open, implement changes in skp, save, reload in Revit, change cut pattern of material, Andy Milburn, Shades of Grey, June 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Overcoming FEA Roadblocks - Leverage Existing CAD Data - benefits of simulation, recreate failure mode, optimize design, analyze parameters of trade study using simulation, consider roadblocks, Scott Wertel, Engineering.com, June 13, 2013 (more FEA articles)

ESI Q1: Buoyed by BRIC and OpenCFD - license revenue up 6% in constant currencies, up 15% in constant currency in Americas, revenue from Asia down 5%, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, June 17, 2013 (more CFD articles)

SolidWorks Electrical: 10 Steps to Creating a Complete Symbol Using a BlackBox - draw black box, turn snap on, add connection points, edit symbol using snap on, open connection points before deleting original black box from sheet, Delvin Masilamani, Javelin Technologies, June 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Perform a Clean Uninstall of SolidWorks - use copy settings wizard to keep backup of existing SolidWorks settings, local customized files, transfer license before uninstalling SolidWorks, Ashley Johnson, DASI Solutions Blog, June 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Creating and Using Cameras in SolidWorks  - go to display manager, select camera section, right click to add camera, set target points, rotation, position in camera tools menu, Matt Campbell, YouTube, June 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Deform Feature - Surface Push Deform  - using tool body to deform target body in SolidWorks, Ian Jutras, YouTube, May 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Create a Variable Focus in SolidWorks Animations - use extra mated object to make focus vary, adjust depth of field settings to create animations with PhotoView, YouTube, June 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Sketching with Auto Dimensions - adding dimensions while creating sketch to speed up sketching process using SolidWorks 2013, Stewart Nankivell, YouTube, June 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Instant 3D Springs - creating spring that can stretch, compress using instant 3D in SolidWorks, Solid Professor, June 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Teamcenter - Simplifying PLM - platform, apps separation provide simplified approach, Teamcenter Rapid Start delivers pre-configured Teamcenter solution, glimpse of 'Active Workspace' client for Teamcenter, Robert Hidajat, Siemens PLM Software Blog, June 14, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles, PLM articles)

DriveWorks Tutorial: Specification Flow, Pt 5 - Release Documents - use conditions editor to edit conditions needed for item, open context menu by right-clicking on state, edit teams based on operations, transitions, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, June 14, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

Delcam FeatureCAM 2013 - easy collision checking against fixtures, improved fixture avoidance 2.5 axis machining, updated part transfers in mill/turn operations, Al Dean, Develop 3D, June 17, 2013 (more FeatureCAM reviews)

3D Systems Moves into Metal, Snaps Up Phenix - acquires Phenix Systems for direct metal selective laser sintering printers, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, June 14, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

zSpace Integrates with Teamcenter Visualization Mockup - interacting with model using 3D glasses seems easy, duplicated compass icon, buttons on stylus perform different functions, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 16, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles, Teamcenter articles)

SpaceController - Best 3D Input Device You Haven't Heard Of - 34 customizable commands, more ergonomic design, preset commands for major MCAD software, available for $309, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 14, 2013 (more mice articles)

Simulation Mechanical: Midplane vs Thin Layer in Thin Structures - midplane solution gives ability to use finer mesh, more consistent, accurate results in thin sheet, plate materials, John Evans, Design and Motion, June 16, 2013 (more Autodesk Simulation articles, engineering analysis articles)

Use Align Space to Easily Align a Viewport View - draw reference line in model, paper space, activate viewport to rotate view, invoke ALIGNSPACE command, select 2 points each of viewport, paper space using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Tips, June 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Raster Design: Licensing Options - checking product licensing methods that would work with raster design of Autodesk, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 14, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

The Plot Thickens with Vault Plot - start plot manager, highlight window in plot manager, select exclude from toolbar, add assy file, view list of IDWs, configure 'include plot stamp' options, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, June 17, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Autodesk Inventor 2014 Review - robust part modeling tools, express mode for handling large assemblies, joint assembly definition tools, new raster mode to place drawing views based on bitmap image of various views, Al Dean, Develop 3D, June 17, 2013 (more Inventor reviews)

Inventor: Batch Spell Check - go to tools tab to download spell checker, visit default install location to access help for exchange app, click add-ins tab to run batch spell checker, Robert Reid, Synergis, June 14, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Keeping It Current - Updating Materials in and Autodesk Inventor Part - open material library, use update icon located on manage tab of 'styles and standards' panel to refresh new with old library materials, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, June 16, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

ADN Training Material for Revit Structure 2014 - testing NewRstLab code, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 14, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Getting the Area of All Major Faces of a Host - using concat method to create single list with references to both top, bottom faces in Revit, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, June 14, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Engineers Cheer Multi-CAD Strategy - PTC's announcement of next Creo release to use data from other systems like SolidWorks, CATIA, NX received great cheers from attendees at PTC Live Global 2013 event, Charles Murray, Design News, June 14, 2013 (more PTC articles, CAD show articles)

PTC Joins the Ranks of Companies Enabling Virtualization - more efficient integration between Windchill line of PLM products, Creo design tools, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, June 14, 2013 (more PTC articles)

EPDM - Preview Options in Local Vault View - select 'show bitmap for SolidWorks files' from display pull-down menu to view bitmap image of selected file, or launch eDrawings to preview file, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, June 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

EPDM - Using Link to Content to Define Custom File Properties in Excel - select, link cell or range of cells to custom property, define name, select scope, choose advanced properties option of Excel to assign value to property, link contents, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, June 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Scenes, Lights, and Simulation Results in SolidWorks - use 'apply scene flyout menu' from heads-up view bar to change scene, apply DisplayManager tab of FeatureManager to change scene, lighting, adjust directional lights to edit ambient light, Dae Kim, The HRS Blog, June 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

DriveWorks Tutorial: Specification Flow, Pt 4 - State Conditions - edit originating state to limit viewing transition, go to state items to check tree header that represents current state, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, June 13, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

Handling Uncertainty in Material Properties - consider known cross-section, force, displacement to test modulus of elasticity, provide material data along with typical tolerances, obtain reliable material data, Brandon Donnelly, SolidNotes, June 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials, FEA articles)

Q&A with Francesc Salla - Workflow and Architectural Design with VisualARQ for Rhino - plug-in cost for students, information exported with IFC-file, creating interaction rendering with cutting plane, integrity of model/surfaces, Aurora Meneghello, Novedge, June 13, 2013 (more Rhino articles)

Convert It, Fix It, Reuse It with ITI TranscenData - CAD data exchange software can handle incompatible features when converting between MCAD programs Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 11, 2013 (more CAD translation articles)

Aligning a Texture - select object, go to design, align 3D texture option to set origin point for texture in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 14, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD Template Creation - use well set-up ArchiCAD template to manage expanding office that handles multiple projects, organize template based on international standards, layers, office principles, Arne Heeres, Shoegnome, June 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Conceptual Design - use workflow that is result of modeling flexibility of morph tool combined with listing capabilities of interactive schedule within ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, June 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: One-Step Renovation Status Update for All Elements - go to renovation menu to invoke reset renovation status command that update/delete elements by status or leaves them unchanged, ArchiCAD SADC, June 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Integrated Connections with Google Earth, SketchUp - use file special option to send model to Google Earth, apply imported location coordinates or retain ArchiCAD project location data while merging model to ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, June 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Dork Side Tips: Selection Selection - invoke ISOLATE command to assemble objects for mass editing, QSELECT command to select objects, filter, SELECTSIMILAR commands to open objects selection filter, select similar dialog box in AutoCAD, Melanie Perry, Mistress of the Dorkness, June 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Managing the AutoCAD Recent Documents List - select AutoCAD product, choose product to view recent document list, check .DST files in right pane of list, pick items to delete by pressing 'remove selected items' button, RK McSwain, CAD Panacea, June 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ETabs to Revit - The Failures - load various Revit structure sections before importing ETabs model into Revit, use CSiXRevit tool to map names easily, check family names to be loaded in Revit template prior importing, Glenn Jowett, Revit ST, June 13, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Feature Recognition for Inventor 2013-2014 Now on Autodesk Exchange Apps - install feature recognition enabler to convert neutral 3D CAD models like STEP, SAT, or IGES solids into models with native Inventor features, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 13, 2013 (more Inventor articles)

Create Simplified Part by API - create DerivedAssemblyDefinition, configure relevant options, use DerivedAssemblyComponents.Add to insert it to new part in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Trouble Shooting Inventor iLogic Error Messages - check if current file is saved earlier, include permission to write file to location, save path is existing, or set model to LOD before running any rules, Clinton Brown, CADline, June 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor 2014 Application Options Settings - explores changes in application options that can be saved, exported using XML file to other machine, Dave Whiteley, YouTube, June 12, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

PTC Live Global 2013, Pt 1 - CEO Jim Heppelmann discussed 7 macroeconomic forces driving massive transformation in manufacturing market: digitization, globalization, regulation, personalization, software-intensive products, connectivity, 'servitization,' Nancy Spurling Johnson, Cadalyst, Jun 13, 2013 (more PTC articles, CAD show articles)

PTC Live Global 2013: This is Your Car, Reminding You to Change Oil - PTC executive Andrew Wertkin demoed smart products like dirt mover, WorkSight, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, Jun 13, 2013 (more PTC articles, CAD show articles)

Siemens PLM Connection 2013 - presentation on NX 9: 2D profile sketches supports ST mechanisms, fully customizable ribbon interface; review of Curiosity rover project, Bill Fane, Cadalyst, Jun 13, 2013 (more NX articles, CAD show articles)

Tools to Simplify CAD Management - navigate to frequently accessed projects instantly, capture screenshots, video, use tools for benchmarking, VPN, sharing files, Cadalyst, Jun 12, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

PTC Live Global 2013 Special Edition  - Brian Thompson of PTC on Creo roadmap, new features in Creo 3.0 features, 3D printing apps, vimeo, June 12, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

The Power of 2D Dimensional Constraints in BricsCAD - creating intelligent design for smart phone, tablet, discussing dimension vs dimensional constraint, Bricsys Blog, June 6, 2013 (more Bricscad articles)

Am I the Only One That Thinks This Way? Concept Engineering Example - create, manage basic geometry from requirements, consider essential components of system model, Matthew Loew, Engineering.com, June 7, 2013 (more engineering articles)

First Peek Into Solid Edge ST6 - reflective display mode shows symmetrical reflection of model, command to automatically arrange stacked or linear 2D drawing dimensions, Scott Wertel, Engineering.com, June 4, 2013 (more Solid Edge articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - priority based connections feature, real-time 3D cutaways, expanded IFC model view definitions, but associativity not implemented on horizontal plane, limited capability of automatic junctions feature, Lachmi Khemlani, AECbytes, June 12, 2013 (more ArchiCAD reviews)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Features: Export ArchiCAD Model to STL Format - use STL file to convert ArchiCAD projects to real physical models, present design intents to clients, transfer models into commonly used prototyping devices, ArchiCAD SADC, June 12, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

New Features and Enhancements in CFD - Autodesk Simulation CFD has mouse navigation feature, new ribbon interface, trigger scripts, mesh adaptation improvements, advanced turbulence models, expanded visualization capabilities, John Evans, AUGI Library, June 12, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, CFD articles)

AutoCAD 360 Post-Launch Feedback - Q&A about price, optional AutoCAD 360 Pro mobile app plans, new features in free AutoCAD 360 mobile app, fixing issues, AutoCAD 360, June 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles, AutoCAD WS articles)

AutoCAD Plotting - Device Not Found - open Autodesk DWG Trueview, select DWG convert, create setup that sets plot device to none, open conversion setup to modify it, Darin Green, Synergis, June 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD plotting tutorials)

The Grid Control - understanding select entity dialog in VDF, components, VaultBrowserControl that is available in Autodesk Vault 2014 SDK, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, June 12, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Embedding a 123D Catch Scene in an HTML Page - create scene to publish it using 123D Catch gallery, click on embed icon in 123D Catch website to customize HTML fragment, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, June 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

AutoCAD 2012: How to Hack Your Way to Getting 2012 Installed on a Machine with DotNet 4.5 - open setup.ini file into notepad, locate 'PREREQUISITE=IE;SSE;DOTNET20' line to delete mention of DOTNET, save file, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

The Final Frontier for Multifunctional Grips in AutoCAD - select dimension, hover cursor over grip to select stretch, continue dimension, routine dimension, flip arrow dimensioning options, Lynn Allen, YouTube, June 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Why Can I Not Convert Linear Edges to Lines? - use LineSegment object to represent RootPoint, direction of straight line in Inventor, Augusto Goncalves, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 12, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor to Revit Family BIM MEP Connector Tricks - use flat circular faces or circular edges to create connectors instead of cylindrical faces, apply trial, error to export connectors properly while checking reports after export, David Gate, CADline, June 12, 2013  (more Inventor tutorials)

Coordinating Your Autodesk Revit Structure Project with Other Revit Disciplines - understanding coordinate systems in Revit structure, project base point vs survey point, linking Revit files to Revit structure model, coordination, copy/monitor tools, coordination review, interference check, Lisa Willard, Brian Quinn, & Betsy Werra, Structural Engineer, June 2013 (more Revit articles)

Python and Ruby Scripting Resources and the Sharp Glyph - recommended sources, books on basic concepts, link to free Python learning book, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 12, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit Step Pattern Repeaters, Pt 2 - create new pattern type, place centered/offset type box on nodes, use repeater command to obtain 2D step pattern, or place adaptive component on 3 nodes, Tim Waldock, Revit Cat, June 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Where are Simulation Study Results Saved? - save study tree in CWR file, open/run model to recreate file, check study properties to verify location of CWR file using SolidWorks, Jason Pancoast, CAPUniversity, June 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Sketch Quickly and Accurately in SolidWorks with Grid/Snap - adjust document properties under SolidWorks system options to enable grid/snap, easily snap sketch points with accuracy, CAD Graphics BlogWorks, June 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Simulation Plot Results Enhancements - understanding improvements in view results using simulation in SolidWorks 2013, Jimmy Barrera, YouTube, June 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Siemens PLM Software: 'In Russia We Work with Customers Who Want to be Leaders' - interview with CEO Сhuck Grindstaff: managing acquisitions, unified 2D/3D environment, releasing Synchronous Technology as separate application, growth rate, Dmitry Ushakov, isicad, June 10, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Teamcenter articles)

Couldn't Get to Vienna? Recap of SIMULIA Conference - CEO Bernard Charles talked about acquisitions, Abaqus enhancements include edge-to-edge, tube-in-tube contacts, calibrating material in model with iSight, discreet element modeling for continuous media, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, June 11, 2013 (more Abaqus articles, engineering analysis articles)

System Models for Better Products - system modeling allows integrated simulations of multiple component types in one place, open-source software like Modelica simulate mechanical, thermal, electrical, electronic, hydraulic components, Laurent Bernardin of Maplesoft, Machine Design, June 6, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

Canon Mixes Up Your Reality - MREAL virtual reality system can show NX model inside existing, real world environment, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 5, 2013 (more virtual reality articles)

Making a Zone Legend - select zone, 'explode into current view' in reshape option, choose option to keep drawing primitives only to display zone area as standard fill in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 12, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: PDF/A Support - save/publish views, layouts, publisher sets in PDF/A format allowing easy publishing with click of button from navigator, ArchiCAD SADC, June 12, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Management of Hotlinked Modules - define custom master ID to every hotlinked module, zones in source hotlink module, or connect zone ID with zone number to display information in zone stamp, ArchiCAD SADC, June 11, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Express Tool: EXPLAN - Improved PLAN Command - square up view based on object selected without doing zoom extents, go to tools panel on 'express tools tab' to use EXPLAN command in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Tips, June 11, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Help: My Products are Expiring Soon - renew subscription contract before it expires to avoid extra expenses to get back to subscription, disruption in office production, request updated license from Autodesk reseller once renewed, Darin Green, Synergis, May 31, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Unhandled Access Violation in AcVMTools.arx - handling machine related error caused due to failure of machine's video display driver, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 11, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, CAD hardware articles)

Insert Content Center Part - examine whole content center content to find specific part based on display name in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 11, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Several Tips for ETO - considering issues: DirectoryNotFoundException using ETO server R2, can't establish client connection after installing ETO 2013 server R2, Wayne Brill, Mod the Machine, May 31, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Family Templates and View Orientation - understanding front/labeled exterior view of templates, exterior/interior, placement side labels, create bullet shaped mullion profile for profile mullion template using Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, June 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Animated Tilted Surface Patterns in Revit - use tan-function to host simple disc on reference line that tilts according to angle, position 2nd reference line with line associated with number parameter, Havard Vasshaug, June 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Who's in Charge of Your Revit Project? - assign roles to specific people in Revit project team: job captain, BIM captain, detail captain, detail captain, project support technicians, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, June 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dynamo: Formulas - using formulas in Dynamo, driving geometry into Vasari, Zach Kron, YouTube, June 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials, Vasari articles)

Login Vault Problem: Vault is Not Compatible with the Following Applications - check whether Vault server edition matches Vault client edition, communication from server to client via Port 80, Kevin Jaufmann-Ludwig, Cracking the Vault, June 11, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Get WebServiceManager in a Vault Event Handler - use IWebService to create WebServiceCredentials that can be used to generate new instance of WebServiceManager using Vault, Wayne Brill, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 11, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

DriveWorks Tutorial: Specification Flow, Pt 2 - Transitions - inserting transitions between states in workflow, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, June 11, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

DriveWorks Tutorial: Specification Flow, Pt 3 - Adding Another State - add new state with transitions, save changes before running new specification, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, June 12, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

How to Insert Dowel Pin Holes in SolidWorks - using hole specification property manager in hole wizard, consider options for automatic creation of all dowel pin symbols, automatically inserting dowel pin symbols for dowel holes, Neil Bucalo, CATI Tech Notes, June 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Apply Appearances to Your Models - applying, copying high gloss plastic appearance to different faces of model, filter option to change appearance color, Rosanna Daniel, YouTube, June 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Making Custom Patterns for LayOut - use LayOut to manually draw sample of pattern in SketchUp Pro 2013, outline single tile with rectangle, fill 'tile outline' rectangle with bright color, turn off its stroke, SketchUpdate, June 10, 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

HP's Newest Large-Format Printers Were Designed by Users - 36" DesignJet T920 ($5,395), T1500 ($7,495) have 30% smaller footprint, front loading rolls, 6 colors, 32GB virtual memory, 320GB hard drive, 4.3" touch screen, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, June 11, 2013 (more large format printer articles)

DriveWorks Tutorial: Specification Flow, Pt 1 - States - start with blank specification flow, add at least 2 states, set start to initial state, paused to finish state, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, June 10, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

Taking It to the Masses - MakerBot Industries' CEO Bre Pettis on opening company's store in New York, building low-cost prototypes, rise of 3D printing, Stephen Holmes, AEC Magazine, June 7, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

eBOM and mBOM Configuration Management  - Teamcenter can manage manufacturing, engineering BOMs, check impacts of design change on manufacturing processes, Siemens PLM Software Blog, June 10, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

Do I Have Options to Control OFFSET Result? - use OFFSETGAPTYPE system variable to obtain filtered offset result at corners in AutoCAD, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, June 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Autodesk Exchange App Store - New Apps for Subscription Customers - mesh enabler app converts mesh to solid base features or surface features; feature recognition app converts neutral 3D CAD models into full-featured Inventor models, Jamie Ditsworth, Inventor Topix, June 10, 2013 (more Inventor articles, Autodesk articles)

How Do I Change the Default Styles of Points in AutoCAD Civil 3D Using .NET API? - adjust SettingsPoint object, update style, label style values to modify default style values, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, June 10, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Creating a Table of Contents or Drawing List Report - create new project file, enter drawing properties after adding drawing to project, generate drawing list report, change report format, or customize drawing list table using AutoCAD electrical, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, June 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Overruling Osnaps of BlockReference - using .NET code to add center point of BlockReference as osnap point in AutoCAD, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, June 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Importing Named Layout in an AutoCAD DWG File Using LISP - select DWG file to import layout, execute LISP code in AutoCAD to perform operation, Partha Sarkar, AutoCAD DevBlog, June 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Model the Canon EFS 55-250mm Zoom Lens in 3D Studio Max, Pt 1 - creating 36-sec fake video advertisement for Canon EFS zoom lens, using poly modeling, subdivision techniques, Stefan Surmabojov, Cgtuts+, June 10, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

Execution is Key to Implementation - importing existing CAD details into Revit, creating Revit resource file for details, points to consider when creating new workflow, implementing Revit Structure, Philip Russo, AUGI Library, June 10, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dynamo: Visual Programming for BIM - features node-based interface similar to Grasshopper, helps customize Revit, control model information, design with BIM, Nathan Miller, The Proving Ground, June 9, 2013 (more Revit articles)

IMAGINiT Clarity 2014: How to Change the Location of the Backups - check if user configured to run Clarity Web app has access to configured folder, user that runs task server has access to configured folder, before changing path, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 10, 2013 (more Revit articles)

What's New in SolidWorks 2013 - Center of Mass - insert center of mass into model, select 'insert reference geometry' to display center of mass in drawing, Blake Cokinis, CATI Tech Notes, June 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Deform Feature - Curve to Curve Deform - deforming initial curve into specified target curve, Ian Jutras, YouTube, May 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Modeling with Patterns - The Instance to Vary Option  - activate linear pattern command, select direction, features to pattern, use vary option using SolidWorks 2013, Rosanna Daniel, YouTube, June 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Tutorials - 2013 - Using the Search Feature  - locate parts, features using search function in SolidWorks 2013, Rosanna Daniel, YouTube, June 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

My Second Look at Vectorworks Nomad, Pt 2 - short tool bar in UI switches modes between viewing, redlining, measuring, offers 4 sharing options, better cloud services than Dropbox, but doesn't do 3D, no caching, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, June 10, 2013 (more Vectorworks reviews)

Vectorworks Class Overrides for Best Practice Drafting - best practice for publishing drawings is to create viewports of design layers, place them on sheet layers for printing or exporting to PDF, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, June 10, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Does the CAD World Need Another Geometry Kernel? - history of geometry kernels, development process of C3D, RGK kernels, Ascon sounds promising, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, June 6, 2013 (more CAD industry articles, MCAD articles)

My Second Look at Vectorworks Nomad, Pt 1 - Vectorworks' severs generate PDFs, including rendered drawings, Nomad records redline-style markups made to PDFs, provides better online environment for storing drawings, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, June 7, 2013 (more Vectorworks reviews)

PTC Sides with AMD, Gives Graphics Vendor Victory Over Archrival NVIDIA - claims AMD FirePro W7000 is up to 17 times faster than NVIDIA Quadro K4000, credits PTC of exclusive access for 1 full year, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 9, 2013 (more graphics card articles)

Lenovo - Learning to Love the Tablet - ThinkPad Tablet 2 runs CAD, offers portability, freedom to access designs while in field, base price starts at $600, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 5, 2013 (more laptop reviews)

Where on Earth Am I? - set correct location for ArchiCAD project to create renders for sun studies, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 10, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Is It Possible: Stratasys 3D Printers Merge Into One Machine - not exactly, cost, efficiency of such application will be questionable, users can try package deal options currently available, EJ Nordstrom, CAPUniversity, June 7, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

AutoLISP: Great Dialog Box to Turn on Layers from Various States - check box next to Xref layers to control frozen, locked layers in AutoLISP, AutoCAD Tips, June 8, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Job Processor Updates in 2014 - use new .vcet.config to allow metadata in form of key/value pairs, set username, password, server from command line, make JobProcessor.exe constant using Vault 2014, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, June 7, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Autodesk Software: Product Update Notice Within the Software - set permissions correctly, adjust compatibility view settings, check pop up blockers, ActiveX controls, software updates if explorer page opens blank while installing updates, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 7, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Why is Showcase Not Vault Enabled? - load model file, set lighting, background, select directory path along with compressed archive while saving file, click file/import after closing file to import file into Autodesk Showcase, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, June 10, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

ACA/AMEP: Question Marks in the Schedules - select objects in drawing, click on 'add property sets icon' located in properties tool palette or right-click to add all property sets, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 7, 2013 (more AutoCAD MEP articles)

Advanced Poly Modeling - Tassimo T-65 Home Brewing Station, Pt 6 - technique to work on back portion of machine, tackling water tank's base using 3D Studio Max, Ben Tate, Cgtuts+, June 7, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

What's New in Autodesk Inventor 2014 - Creating Self Intersecting Sweeps - use swept feature to calculate, create self intersecting sketch without any problem, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, June 9, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Why I Cannot Delete Surface from Prospector - if surface is dependent on other objects, locked or created by dependent files; delete surface by selecting it in drawing, clicking on 'delete' key on keyboard or typing ERASE command in Civil 3D, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, June 7, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Revit Ribbon Reset - drag panels into varied positions to customize ribbon, tear off panel, turn off discipline specific panels, Gareth Spencer, CADline, June 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Correct Detail Component Rotation in Elevation View - imitate actual rotation action in API to correct reported value errors, use GetRotationAngleOfInstance to calculate rotation angle, RotateInstance to rotate instance using view direction in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Opening Linked Models for Editing - avoid using right-click option, navigate to original linked central file, open in same session, or use Revit launcher to create local file for linked model, Dave Baldacchino, HOK BIM Solutions, June 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

A Workaround: Revit Renders Smooth Curves with Facets, and Other Revelations - apply split tool to split circle in family editor, Craig Barbieri, iRevit, June 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Staying Synchronous Key to Success at Siemens PLM Software - keynote speech by CEO Chuck Grindstaff on Mars Curiosity Rover mission, using NX 3D CAD, Teamcenter for it, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, June 7, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Teamcenter articles)

RTT - Making Cars Into Objects of Desire - RTT uses rendering software, DeltaGen for Teamcenter, to create photo realistic renderings of new car models, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 5, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Teamcenter articles)

SolidWorks Quick Tip - Complete Uninstall Made Simple - compares uninstall process available in 2011 vs 2013 versions, use installation manager, advanced options of SolidWorks 2013 to simplify uninstall process, Jeff Brown, The HRS Blog, June 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Mirror, Mirror, Where's My Sheet Metal Notes? - workaround for mirrored sheet metal part to make both updating, sheet metal notes work on drawings: duplicate sheet metal bodies, not whole part in SolidWorks, John Van Engen, CATI Tech Notes, June 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - SQL Memory Settings - log-in to SQL management studio, enter maximum value in memory tab located in server properties, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, June 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

EPDM - Indexing the Vault for Content Searching - set EPDM index server on SQL server that hosts Vault database, check EPDM admin to view index Vault archives, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, June 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Civil 3D 2014 Round-Tripping with Corridors - open subdivision grading design base drawing containing lines, grading groups, surface, alignments, profiles, create simple corridor using Civil 3D 2014, Tony Carcamo, Tony's Civil 3D World, June 7, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Maybe You Don't Need to Spend an Arm and a Leg on CAD/CAM Tools - user shares success story of using Geomagic Design, Alibre CAM software, Evan Yares, Design World, June 6, 2013 (more Alibre articles)

Top 9 BIM Myths in India - BIM is process, not recent or underdeveloped technology, not difficult to learn, has reasonable price with more benefits, BIM is needed in every building construction, Shivang Rajvir, Shoegnome, June 6, 2013 (more AEC articles)

BIM Workflows Connected with Glue - check improved UI, BIM viewing, coordination, Glue integration with Navisworks, access latest model versions to perform greater coordination, merge models to create federated models just as done using Navisworks, Paul Walker, Beyond Design, May 16, 2013 (more AEC articles, Navisworks articles)

Multi-Family Housing Concepts - determine varied unit shape, size, level or exposure of multifamily housing that includes windows, railings, balconies, assemble entire building from groups or linked files using modeling notes, Jay Holland, BIM Aficionado, June 3, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Placing Objects - set anchor point to match insertion point, click on insertion point to select it, determine place of objects using placement method in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 7, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Improved Zone Creation and Editing - keep new zone area fixed while editing using new 'fixed area' option located in pet palette, ArchiCAD SADC, June 6, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Smarter Attribute Management - define attribute that replaces another attribute when it is deleted, move elements onto different layer, ArchiCAD SADC, June 7, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Reporting, on a Curve - use path divided method to create spline, apply divide path command, change layout, create 'stand in' or stunt parameter, proxy elements, applications of path divided method in Revit, Marcello Sgambelluri, AUGI Library, June 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Import AutoCAD 2D Drawing to Your Revit Model - open floor plan view of file, select 'link CAD' option located in insert tab, bring CAD file under positioning, select 'auto-origin to origin' option, locate project base point, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, June 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Step Pattern Repeaters - create single point adaptive component with box centered on point, surface with visible nodes, use repeater command to separate interlocking repeaters, or create step pattern with gaps, Tim Waldock, Revit Cat, June 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Scale a Family - use planting template to scale family by changing category to 'planting,' nest planning family to another family to make it scalable in Revit, Kelvin Tam, Revit SWAT, June 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Security & CAD Workstations - basic sign-on functionalities should be in place, up to date anti-virus, anti-malware, other basic security tools must be installed, use disk encryption to protect data, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, June 6, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Workstation Market Not Feeling Same Pain as Broader PC Market - Dell looses share (31%) while Lenovo gains; HP holds steady, with 42% of units sold, Graphic Speak, June 6, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

HP Adds More Wide-Format Printer Offerings to Designjet Lineup - 36" Designjet T920, T1500 ePrinters have integrated output stacking tray, front-loading media rolls, visible printing zone, 4.3" color touchscreen, Cyrena Respini-Irwin, Cadalyst, June 6, 2013 (more large format printer articles)

SolidWorks: DraftXpert - Quick Selection of Multiple Faces - using draft analysis tool, YouTube, June 6, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Irfan's SW Simulation 2013 Pick of the Day: Symmetry for Shell Elements - check symmetry plane selection icon while imposing symmetry boundary condition in SolidWorks 2013, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, June 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

The Misnomer of Feature-Based Machining - geometry-based machining is more appropriate term, automatically creates NC tool paths to machines, Chad Jackson, Siemens PLM Software Community, May 31, 2013 (more CAM articles)

The Implications of the Cloud for Simulation - both Autodesk, Dassault Systemes announced CAD in cloud offerings that provide integrated PDM functionality, expected to extend offerings to simulation, Chad Jackson, NAFEMS Blog, June 4, 2013 (more cloud articles)

Connection 2013 - Tecnomatix Day 3 Recap - presentations by Al Hufstetler on latest enhancements in Tecnomatix 11, Kishan Chalumuri on value of virtual manufacturing in factory development, Siemens PLM Software Blog, June 5, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

The ODA Rolls Out Teigha 3.9 - support for multi-threaded loading of .dwg files, multi-threaded rendering, updated ACIS support, production release of Teigha for Java released, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, June 5, 2013 (more CAD development articles)

First Acer Workstations Now Available - 3 models of Veriton P Series launched, featuring Intel Xeon processors, NVIDIA Quadro or Tesla graphics, 80 Plus Gold power supplies, targeted for advanced applications like CAD, base price $999, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, June 5, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Intel Haswell Signals Shifting Focus with Mobile Readiness and Power Efficiency - Haswell product lineup for desktop, mobile spaces, workstations, preparing for multitouch, mobile, better parallel processing, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, June 4, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Repetitive Printing: Create a Publisher Set - open organizer, set left, right hand column to layout book, publisher respectively, create new publisher set, click publish button in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 6, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Floor Plan-Based 3D Document - define projection by setting cut plane height, set projection direction, create shaded floor plan views for presentation/interior design, ArchiCAD SADC, June 5, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Adding Objects from the 3D Warehouse - using rotate tool in SketchUp to fit objects into house model, YouTube, May 20, 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

How to Create a Fur Material in Vray for SketchUp - using displacement map, noise texture, Goran Glisic, SketchUp UR Space, May 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

Referencing Vectorworks Files for Collaboration - sharing, referencing symbols, organization palette to control, update referenced symbols, Kevin Lee Allen, KLAD, June 5, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Autodesk Project M3D: View, Mark-up and Edit 3D Models on Your iPad - view 3D designs, create 3D views, add markups, annotations, share, publish mararkups, Josh Mings, SolidSmack, June 5, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Error 1325 is Not a Valid Short File Name - go to registry location in regedit, change personal registry key, or create new admin user through Microsoft management console, Devin Brady, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 5, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Working with ToolPalette Groups Using .NET - use mixed managed code to create tool palette group, add palette to group, remove tool palette group in AutoCAD, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, June 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials) 

Access Object Properties and Control Visibility Using Design Review API - use Autodesk DWF viewer API to load file, obtain object properties of DWF model, control visibility of component, Partha Sarkar, AutoCAD DevBlog, June 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - ToolPlugin - create class deriving from implicit plug-in with no interface, override methods, click mouse to record selected object, draw custom graphics, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, June 5, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Find Components Displaying in Section Drawing View - code to iterate through occurrences of top level assembly, or iterate all DrawingCurves in specific view in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, June 5, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Swift Prints for Inventor - use swift prints option from add-ins menu to bring dialog, set printer configuration, paper size to print, Thomas Rambach, YouTube, June 4, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Planting Tips - create trees with adaptive components using divide path, repeater, share nested family to avoid properties from being controlled by parent families in Revit, Kelvin Tam, Revit SWAT, June 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Scaling Profiles - launch generic model adaptive template, uncheck 'shared' box, change family category to planting, use model lines to draw profile, conduct 1st, 2nd level nesting in Revit, Kelvin Tam, Revit SWAT, June 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Tuscan Rig - set 3D snapping on to form horizontal rungs, create form, draw reference on top of reference lines to complete profile, adjust height, width parameters in Revit, Andy Milburn, Shades of Grey, June 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Extend Design Intent to Detailing with SysQue for Revit MEP - create model built from integrated managed content database, improve collaboration, model system with materials using SysQue pipe, duct, data, BOM, spool, Tim Grimm, Revit Add-ons, June 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Roll Back a Revision in Enterprise PDM - use rollback command to roll back selected version or all versions created before removing selected entry in SolidWorks, Jay Thompson, CAPUniversity, June 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Where's the Center of Mass? - check option 'create center of mass feature' to turn on function in assembly, enable option under reference geometry section to access point inside drawing file in SolidWorks, Bryan Pawlak, CATI Tech Notes, June 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Make a Sheet Metal Edge Flange Perpendicular to a Face - select face to make newly created flange perpendicular or parallel in SolidWorks, Vic Frauenfeld, SolidNotes, June 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Count Individual Parts and Display Userforms - using VBA macro to run on assembly to display total number of components, assemblies, parts, unique parts, CAD Systems Help, June 4, 2013 (more CATIA tutorials)

Revit 2014 & ArchiCAD 17, Please Meet Your Friend SketchUp Pro 2013 - SketchUp 2013 has full screen presentation mode for LayOut, extension warehouse, free version re-branded as 'SketchUp Make,' Jared Banks, Shoegnome, June 3, 2013 (more SketchUp articles)

Vectorworks Tool Settings, Preferences, and Modes - broad view of work space, basic selection tool, locating tool preferences, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, June 4, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Where Has My Fill Gone? - apply drafting, cover, cut fill categories to fills by going to fill types option in ArchiCAD element attributes, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, June 5, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Enhanced Composite/Profile Workflow - select composite/profile element of view, access relevant setting to ensure convenient workflow, increase productivity, ArchiCAD SADC, June 4, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Limiting Layers - select Xref in left panel, check 'invert filter box' to navigate layers existing in AutoCAD drawing, Todd Shackelford, The Lazy Drafter, June 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips) 

Hatching Open Areas in AutoCAD Using a Gap Tolerance - add temporary line work to drawing to close area before using HATCH command, set gap tolerance function to hatch offices of floor plan, Donnie Gladfelter, The CAD Geek Blog, June 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips) 

Synchronize Backups and Create a Quick PDF with the AUTOPUBLISH Command - set AUTODWFPUBLISH system variable value to 1 to keep DWF, DWFx, PDF files synchronized with AutoCAD drawings, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, June 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD basics tutorials)

How to Use Subscript and Superscript in Your Text - tweak stack feature to display subscripts/superscripts, remove numerator from fraction, add power-off to number to make it subscript, superscript in AutoCAD, Ishka Voiculescu, YouTube, June 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips) 

Creating Offset Alignments Using Civil 3D .NET API - use CreateOffsetAlignment() method to create offset alignment in Civil 3D, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, June 4, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Nested Families and Parameter Controls - nest track head family into generic family to add visibility parameters, create controls to flip each instance of track head, control number of track heads, length parameters in Revit, Cassandra Watts, AUGI Library, June 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Tech Summit and More AutoExport Considerations - use AutoExport utility that is controlled by registry keys specifying XML configuration file path, pseudo Boolean flag, fire Revit Idling event to open configuration file, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dynamo: Data Types and When a Point is Not a Point - understanding difference between data types in dynamo, geometry with Revit stuff, Zach Kron, BUILDZ, June 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2013 - Project Points, Survey Points, Revit Coordinates - properly adjust project point in Revit, adjust survey point in plan, elevation, YouTube, May 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

CCE SolidWorks CATIA Translator is Free - SolidWorks CATIA translator available in 32 bit, 64 bit version, fills void left by Dassault, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 4, 2013 (more CAD show articles, CATIA articles)

HP Tablet Connects with Your HP Workstation - HP ElitePad runs Windows 8, includes keyboard, able to control and access workstation remotely, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 3, 2013 (more CAD show articles, CAD hardware articles)

HP Optimizes Your Workstation for NX - HP offers HyperTune utility to optimize workstation for software being used, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 3, 2013 (more CAD show articles, HP workstation articles)

8 Questions with Stanford's Juan Alonso - bottlenecks in designing futuristic aerospace systems, releasing 'Stanford University unstructured' suit as open source, list of favorite tools, resources, John Chawner, Another Fine Mesh, June 4, 2013 (more CFD articles)

Exa's Q1 is Back on Track - total revenue for FQ1 was $12.5 million, up 11% y/y, license revenue was $11 million, up 7%, but loses $500,000, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, June 4, 2013  (more CFD articles)

Simulation Tip: SolidWorks Simulation Verification Problems - check simulation add-in, select 'validation' in SolidWorks Simulation menu, select among verification problems, NAFEMS benchmarks, Ken LaVictor, Fisher/Unitech, June 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Could Top Down Assembly Modeling Save You Time? - use top down modeling to create parts in context of assembly, add new part, select reference planer face, save new components to external files using SolidWorks, TMS CADCentre, June 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 21 - optimize SolidWorks options, set OS visuals for best performance, adjust modeling methods to improve modeling environment, Josh Altergott, CATI Tech Notes, June 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Vero Software's View of the CAM Industry - Q&A with Marc Freebrey about kernels used in Vero product portfolio, importance of solid modeling in CAM, acquisitions, company goals, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, June 4, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Large-Format Printing for Small Businesses - printer manufacturers are focusing on ease of use, mobility, costs of large format printers to attract small- and medium-sized businesses, Jamie Gooch, Desktop Engineering, June 1, 2013 (more large format printer articles)

Autodesk CEO on 3D Printing Technology  - Carl Bass on 3D printing as fabrication technology, effect on manufacturing industry in US, creating custom parts, designing prototypes, Fox Business, June 3, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Change Brewing in the Computer Power Game - Intel Haswell promises low power, longer battery life, driving slim-computing vision for professional workstations, high-performance computing markets, Kenneth Wong, Desktop Engineering, June 1, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Controlling the Origin of a Copy/Paste - use power selector/element selection tool to create selection set of elements, snap origin, view elements on clipboard, paste element information in drawing model using MicroStation, Bob Mecham, Envision CAD, May 30, 2013 (more MicroStation tutorials)

Quick Creation of Door and Window Markers in Elevation - open each elevation, place door, window markers that match plan markers, select all windows, tick window label option, adjust label types, Mark Reid Rowland, ArchiCAD SADC, June 3, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Creating 2D Symbols for ArchiCAD Objects - allow object to morph back to object route, save new object from floor plan with appropriate 2D symbol to update existing object with 2D/3D split, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, May 30, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Improved Door/Window Placement - use feedback to preview opening location, anchor point, reveal side, opening direction of file, ArchiCAD SADC, June 3, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Easily Editable 3D Cutting Plane - define 3D cutaway section of models, create graphical cutting planes in floor plan/section/3D window, rotate planes to limit 3D model view, ArchiCAD SADC, June 3, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

AutoCAD Tip - Create a Seamless Wood Grain Hatch - draw rectangle, divide it into quadrants, draw wood grain, make 3 copies, trim wood grain, copy quadrants, clean up wood grain, join all polylines, convert to splines, Cliff Young, Between the Lines, June 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

The Big Three: Layers, Text & Blocks - merging layers in AutoCAD 2014, adding center line symbol to Dtext, creating .DWG from block, Michael Beall, CADTutor, June 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

DVIEW with a Twist: Rotating a Viewport View - apply VPROTATEASSOC method to rotate entire viewport rather than DVIEW method, use LIST or DISTANCE command to locate angels of objects in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Tips, June 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Plant 3D Message: Project Currently in Use - delete IsoPart.xml.plck, OrthoPart.xml.plck, PipingPart.xml.plck, PnIdPart.xml.plck files after closing Plant 3D/P&ID to open/edit project, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, June 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoLISP: Purge Missing SHX Files - type PSHX in command line, press enter to view unresolved shape files removed from drawing, AutoCAD Tips, June 3, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Don't Use NCS Layers and Standards: Who Cares - check platform system that is designed around set of standard keys, employ styles, standard keys with PDCA loops in Civil 3D, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, June 3, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Spline Sailing - modifying end point of spline, making Tuscan columns in Revit, Andy Milburn, Shades of Grey, June 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Auto PDF Print from Revit 2014 - open document in Revit 2012 to initiate tool using UIControlledApplication Idling event, employ task scheduler, Revit API idling event to automate tasks, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

New Feature: StartupScript in RevitPythonShell - invoke script when initializing Revit plug-ins using IExternalApplication.OnStartup event, Daren Thomas, Daren at Work, Mar 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Connection 2013 - Tecnomatix Recap Day 1 - keynote speech by CEO Chuck Grindstaff on complexity of massive volumes of data; Zvi Feuer talked about future of manufacturing, significant challenges, Siemens PLM Software Blog, June 3, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

Microsoft's Big Screen - You Want This for Your Design Review - interactive screen 'Perceptive Pixel' recognizes many finger tips at once, helps mark up design with handwriting, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 3, 2013 (more CAD show articles, CAD hardware articles)

Granta Design Centralized Material Database - interfaces nicely with Teamcenter; Eco Footprint app calculates energy cost of material used to make part, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, June 3, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Teamcenter articles)

Customize Gestures and Shortcut Bars in SolidWorks - customizing command menu, add new commands to shortcut bars by dragging, dropping, Jonathan Culm, Canadian Manufacturing, June 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Selecting Configuration When Opening - pre-select configuration before opening both part, assembly files, create new configuration with suppressed components in SolidWorks, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, June 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Creating an Admin Image - open installation manager for either 32 or 64 bit, select 'administrative image' in welcome page, create new image, choose SolidWorks components to install, Dave Padelford, Symmetry Solutions Blog, May 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

FeatureManager Design Tree 'Flat Tree' Option - New for SolidWorks 2013 - features are shown in order of creation, instead of hierarchy; in flat view, curves, 2D sketches, 3D sketches are not absorbed into features, Judy Marlo, CATI Tech Notes, June 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

SolidWorks Tip of the Day: Check Your Status - initiate status bar, choose 2 line segments, status bar automatically calculates total distance, John Burrell, Fisher/Unitech, June 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Creating Product Assembly Instructions Without Words  - using SolidWorks composer to create easy to understand interactive instructions for end-users, Rod Mackay, YouTube, May 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Deform Feature: Point Deform  - use feature to deform single surfaces or bodies, adjust radius of deform region to effect larger area, Ian Jutras, YouTube, May 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Review: Eurocom Panther 4.0 Mobile Workstation - 17.3" full-HD display with resolution of 1920x1080, full-size backlit keyboard, based on Intel Sandy Bridge-E X79 Express chipset, supports up to 3 standard hard drives, abundant configuration options, incredible performance, base price is $3,210, David Cohn, Desktop Engineering, June 1, 2013 (more laptop reviews)

Conduct Fatigue Analysis Using FEA - analyzing stress state with loading, environmental factors for potential crack initiation, discussing high-cycle vs low-cycle fatigue, unscrambling load history, Tony Abbey, Desktop Engineering, June 1, 2013 (more FEA articles)

Choosing the Best AM Materials - consider kind of application, material properties, system variables, post-processing steps, additive manufacturing material comparison, Pamela Waterman, Desktop Engineering, June 1, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Fancy Selecting Using Vectorworks - magic wand tool in basic toolset, 'find and modify' command offer many options to select spotlight lighting devices, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, May 29, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Bentley Pointools V8i - stand-alone product has point-cloud differencing, clash detection functions, can arrange data into more logical layers, used for analysis in Stonehenge heritage project, Eric van Rees, Geo Informatics, June 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Navisworks Joins the Material Family - Navisworks 2014 has ray trace feature, ability to navigate model with ray trace active, quantify model, dynamic function in catalogs, iterative take-offs, ReCap tool support, Michael Smith, AUGI Library, May 31, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Adding the Missing Manufactures to AutoCAD Electrical's Catalog Database - access 'uninstall program' dialog from Windows control panel, select 'add or remove features' option, select all desired manufactures, point installer to downloaded files, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, June 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

AutoCAD Plotted Layer List - open layer properties palette, highlight, copy layers to clipboard, paste layer in excel, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 30, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Add Profile View Description to the Profile View Style Title Component - copy appropriate code from another Civil 3D object, modify it to match requirement, Civil Digest, June 1, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Showcase Tips & Tricks: Showcase 2014 Depth of Field, Pt 2 - using depth of field in combination with ray tracing, Marion Landry, YouTube, May 31, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Controlling Orientation of a Placed Component in Autodesk Inventor 2014 - place components by clicking left/right, select 'place grounded at origin' option to reorient component during placement, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, June 2, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Sheetmetal Internal Corners Using Contour Flange - use CT tool to add material width to original face, ensure that extra width is greater than part thickness, bend radius in Inventor, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, June 3, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Python Mac Pasteboard Access - Mac version of the color-coded HTML CopySourceAsHtml output cleanup script in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, June 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Hide Workset Backup Folders - check 'hidden' in properties of workset project's backup folder in Revit, select 'don't show hidden files' option from Windows Explorer settings, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, May 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Copy Family Between Documents Via API - using Revit API code to transfer family between documents, copy picked family instance's family, Joe Ye, AEC DevBlog, May 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Structure: Schedule Framing Total Weight in Tons - add calculated value to schedule, create structural framing schedule to add parameters, deselect 'itemize every instance' on sorting tab, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Adding Ramp Slope Arrow and Stair Path Arrow - click on slope arrow to modify slope boundary, select 'spot slope' to move slope annotation to ramp, stair path to add stair path arrow in Revit, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, May 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Planting Columns - control height of planting element using 'built-in' height parameter, nest another planting family into base planting family in Revit, Paul Aubin, June 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 - New Rebar Tools  - ability to select bar segment, constrain it to another target, visualize bar diameters quickly, rebar table added, Autodesk Revit Structure, May 24, 2013 (more Revit articles)

What's New in Revit Structure 2014: Reinforcement Rounding - specify rounding to structural rebar, calculated bar lengths, bar segment lengths, fabric sheet dimension values, Shruti Harve, Ideate, May 31, 2013 (more Revit articles)

New Alternate Dimension Functionality in Revit 2014 - create dimension strings with alternate dimensions in aligned, linear, radial, diameter, arc length, spot elevation dimensional unit formats, Ron Palma, Ideate, May 30, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit Architecture 2014: Selection Enhancements - check all 4 selection options with 2 states each, expand drop-down menu under modify tool, John Flanagan, CADline, May 30, 2013 (more Revit articles)

SolidWorks Simulation - Force Balance with Statics - create geometry with 3 part assembly, use fixed-hinge constraints, pin connectors to connect links to clamp for predicting clamp force, Christopher Ma, The HRS Blog, May 31, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Paint, Grease & Other Consumables in SolidWorks' BOM - create custom property for part, name property, assign value .005 to this custom property, select it in BOM quantity field of custom or configuration specific tab of part, Brian Reel, CATI Tech Notes, May 31, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Office Templates - create office document, check template into Vault before launching SolidWorks EPDM admin, select new template, appropriate permissions for creating files for template, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, June 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

How to Apply SketchUp for Tent Modeling - make basic design on paper before making drawing in SketchUp, save file by size ref, re-check values, don't go into decorative details, always keep hard copy of final design, Imran Ashraf, SketchUp UR Space, May 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

Prosumer is New King of CAD: Autodesk - Pradeep Nair of Autodesk India on Autodesk responding to cloud computing, opportunities due to proliferation of mobile devices, tools to improve design of infrastructure projects, Dileep Athavale, The Times of India, May 31, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

COMSOL Multiphysics 4.3b Introduces Single-Window Integration with Inventor and Excel, Five New Modules - 5 new modules: multibody dynamics, wave optics, molecular flow, semiconductor, electrochemistry; plug-in to conduct simulation scenarios with multiple parameters using Excel spreadsheets, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, May 30, 2013 (more COMSOL Multiphysics articles)

Layers, I Do Like Me Some Vectorworks Layers - components of basic layer structure, adding basic sheet layers to file, Kevin Lee Allen, KLAD, May 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Dassault Acquires Apriso to Stake Out Manufacturing Operations Turf - acquired for $205 million in cash, Apriso FlexNet delivers visibility, controls across global manufacturing, product supply network, Beth Stackpole, Virtual Desktop, May 30, 2013 (more CATIA articles)

Autodesk Vault Ribbon Disappears When Starting a Component in Autodesk Inventor 2014 & a Fix - 2 instances of running EDM addin cause issue, find one with location mscoree.dll, uncheck option to load automatically, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 29 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

iLogic - Set Sheet Metal Rule in Assembly - use iLogic to control active sheet metal rule for entire assembly of parts all at once in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, May 30, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Manage Huge Assemblies - Inventor 2014 Express Mode - load file, model in express mode, access additional settings, Clinton Brown, CADline, May 30, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Need to Update an Old Schedule Trick for Revit 2014 - colorize cells to notify working schedule, build 'ZZ_1 Arial' text type to use in header, body in appearance tab for working schedule, Jarod Schultz, May 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creations API: Create Window Into Wall, Pt 2 - creating window, inserting it into wall using relative location, Spiderinnet Blog, May 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creations API: Create Window Into Wall - Pt 3 (At Center Middle of the Wall) - creating window, insert it at center, middle of wall using relative position, Spiderinnet Blog, May 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

SolidWorks EPDM Admin: How to Undo a Checkout - ask admin to perform undo check out, log in as admin, browse to files, highlight all, check option to undo checkout, Peer Larson, SolidNotes, May 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Knowing When to Contact Your Reseller for Support - SolidWorks customer center can assist with activation of products, basic installation support; activation issues involving license transfers are handled by reseller, Robert Benenato, SolidWorks Blog, May 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 20 - large assembly mode provides ability to work on part or sub-assembly within context of greater assembly, giving 81% performance gain on typical machine, Josh Altergott, CATI Tech Notes, May 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

SolidWorks - Part Modeling Tips - building landing skid for toy helicopter, Matt Morgan of GoEngineer, YouTube, May 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Bentley ProjectWise and Autodesk Vault Collaboration AEC: AECbytes Survey Results - comparative use of ProjectWise, Vault, users have higher levels of satisfaction for ProjectWise, plus more detailed feedback, Lachmi Khemlani, AECbytes, May 29, 2013 (more AEC articles, Autodesk Vault articles)

Siemens and Bentley Extend Collaboration - relationship grows to include joint working relationships in creating interoperable software for factory construction, process plant engineering, operations, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, May 24, 2013 (more MicroStation articles)

Roland iModela - prototyping hardware can handle parts up to 86x26x55mm, machine out small, intricate parts in usable time frame, Al Dean, Develop 3D, May 23, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Building Material - digital equivalent of real building materials used in construction, easier management of material-related properties, ArchiCAD SADC, May 30, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Better Model Definition - Revit Structure 2014 features: rebar enhancements/control, steel framing geometry manipulation, multi-reference annotations, Philip Russo, AUGI Library, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Fixing Block Draw-Order in AutoCAD Drawings Exported by SmartSketch Using .NET - code to define WTB command to move any wipeouts to bottom of selected block, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 27, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

A Tour of Constraint Relationships in Autodesk Inventor 2014 - 'show relationship' feature in assembly to shows relationships between constraints in modeling window in graphical format, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Conquering the Quoting Challenge - adding right multi-CAD viewer to quoting process helps face common challenges: poor RFQ response rates, inaccurate initial quoting, requote rework headaches, excessive training costs, Andrea Giles, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Enhance Mold Precision by Going Five-Axis - look for high-performance design, consider control factor, Kyle Klaver, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Russian 3D-Kernel RGK: Functionality, Advantages, and Integration - solutions fully implemented in RGK project: multithreading, using calculations on GPU, multiple platforms, documents, solids, hybrid modeling tools, Leonid Baranov, Sergey Kozlov, Dmitry Semin, & Nikolay Snytnikov, isicad, May 24, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Sheet Metal - K-factor - K-factor calculator to back-calculate K-factor from measurement data, Gavin Bath, Design and Motion, May 29, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Custom Toolbox Part - uncheck option 'make this folder the default search location for toolbox components' to stop SolidWorks automatically change custom toolbox parts with actual toolbox parts, Phil Whitaker, CATI Tech Notes, May 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Which Solver? FFEPlus vs. Direct Sparse, Pt 2 - Direct Sparse Solver in SolidWorks is more accurate, doesn't make any approximations for solution, no associated computational errors, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, May 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Linking SolidWorks Equations to an External File - using equation manager, YouTube, May 27, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

ZWCAD+ 2012 - A Worthwhile DWG Editor - easy-to-use UI, efficient working environment, has number of importing formats for DWFs, PDFs, attribute extraction wizard, useful eTransmit utility, system variable editor, layer translator, Steve Lynch, CADdigest.com, May 29, 2013 (more ZWCAD reviews)

ANSYS 14.5 Fluid Dynamics - ability to use TGrid preprocessing capabilities directly within Fluent interface, define, control motion in assembly, improved industry specific toolsets, Al Dean, Develop 3D, May 28, 2013 (more ANSYS reviews)

Tips for Converting CAD Data - remodel parts from scratch, use direct translators, exchange exported kernel files, or don't translate, just collaborate, GrabCAD, May 28, 2013 (more CAD translation articles)

8 Questions with Rex Chamberlain of Tetra Research - challenges facing CFD in next 3 years, career progression, advice for young people entering CFD field, list of favorite tools, resources, John Chawner, Another Fine Mesh, May 28, 2013 (more CFD articles)

BIM Takes Construction Beyond Three Dimensions - BIM offers collaboration, innovation, improved productivity in construction projects, making more architects, engineers to embrace BIM technology, Pete Swabey, Information Age, May 16, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Missing a Trick - quantity surveyors have been reluctant to invest in BIM to avoid profit reduction, missing out on rich data benefits involved, Rob Charlton, AEC Magazine, May 8, 2013 (more AEC articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Anchor Door/Window Reveal to Wall Core - anchor window to composite wall's core to check door/window element behavior, structural connections, ArchiCAD SADC, May 28, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Take AutoCAD Multifunction Grips to the Next Level  - hover over line to either stretch or lengthen lines, arcs at lightning speed using AutoCAD, Lynn Allen, YouTube, May 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Raster Image Draw Order - send raster to back, assign transparency, check DRAWORDERCTL, TREEDEPTH variable, or ensure raster layer is at bottom, turn off raster layer using Civil 3D, Phil Borycens, Being Civil, May 28, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Installing AutoCAD 2014 - unpack installation files to start installation, accept license/service agreements, provide serial number along with product code, select type of installation, Mark Kiker, CADDManager Blog, May 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Corporate Customization - create corporate electrical standards, ensure whether companies are using preferred numbering systems, manufacturers, element representations, title template borders using AutoCAD electrical, Miles Nicholson, CADline, May 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Update Associated File of Vault Item to the Latest Version - use update command in Vault explorer, call ItemService.PromoteComponents() to update file using API, Wayne Brill, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 28, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

How Does the Network License Know That I Can Run a Prior Version When I'm on Subscription? - check components section to run feature codes that will run if AutoCAD 2014 license file is available, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 27, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Watch If the Specific Parameter(s) Changed - apply ModelingEvents.OnParameterChange of Inventor API to check change in parameter, workaround is using global file to store last values of parameter, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor - Quick Orbit Animation - get correct pivot position for orbit, zoom, press ctrl+0 key to get rid of menus, start screen capture software once model starts spinning, Luke Davenport, CADline, May 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Sheet Metal Technique Using Boundary Patch - select lines that represent boundary, turn off sketch after applying first boundary patch, choose derive tool, thicken/offset tool on 3D model tab in Inventor, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, May 27, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor .NET API: Another Way to Reference Inventor COM Library - create COM interop assembly by pressing add button in Inventor object library, Spiderinnet2's Blog, May 18, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Reloading and Debugging External Commands on the Fly - replace 'external command lister' by reading byte stream from DLL, use ExternalCommandLister, Command Class enhancements to substitute RvtSamples functionality, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 28, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creations API: Create Window Into Wall, Pt 1 - use Document.Create.NewFamilyInstance method to set relationship between window, wall in Revit, Spiderinnet Blog, May 28, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 19 - check exterior faces, exterior components, all components options of part file to determine performance gain in SolidWorks, Josh Altergott, CATI Tech Notes, May 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

SolidWorks Macro Mania for Your Monday - recording macro for getting document properties with one keystroke, Tonia Lauer, Fisher/Unitech, May 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Direct Editing on Imported Geometry - use 'move face' feature to offset faces, move faces linearly or rotate faces in SolidWorks, Josh Spencer, 3D Vision Technologies, May 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Luxion KeyShot 4 Review - 3D rendering, animation program supports most current modelers, intuitive, user-friendly interface, small learning curve, impressive performance, Mindaugas Petrikas, Design and Motion, May 27, 2013 (more KeyShot reviews)

Chamfering Feeds and Speeds with G-Wizard Calculator - set up GW Calculator as tapered endmill, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, May 27, 2013 (more CAM articles)

DriveWorks - Xpress to Solo - importing DriveWorksXpress database to DriveWorks Solo database, Crystal Yazvac, CAPUniversity, May 24, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

AMD's Fireproof R5000 Remote GPU Brings Multitasking to a New Level - only one user can access cards GPU power at any given time, expensive solution for rendering at $1,000, Cabe Atwell, Design News, May 24, 2013 (more graphics card reviews)

For Graphisoft, ArchiCAD 17 is All About Details - focuses on model-based details; Eniko Pauko Q&A on ArchiCAD's control over automatic junction processing, limit to number of junctions in model, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, May 28, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Curved Beam - using beam tool to create beams for easy, faster modeling, consistent element creation, editing, ArchiCAD SADC, May 27, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: More Intuitive Element Creation in 3D Window - use graphic feedback, snap to story level when editing element elevation in 3D window, ArchiCAD SADC, May 27, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Behind the Scenes in AutoCAD MEP - use CUI file to build custom command, console mode command to load drawing faster, run CATALOGREGEN command, update PVC/plastic routing preference to determine custom sizes of catalog, Elisha Sage, AUGI Library, May 27, 2013 (more AutoCAD MEP articles)

Lynn Allen's Tips and Tricks - AutoCAD 2014 has command line, synonym suggestion options, ReCap tool for working with 3D laser scans, point cloud support, annotation timesavers, Lynn Allen's Blog, May 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

BIM 360 Glue - Glue helps stakeholders contribute, gain better project insight, improve project delivery, manage pre-construction conflicts, extends Navisworks functionalities, Daniel Gijsbers, Daniel on Autodesk AEC Software, May 24, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, AEC articles)

Have Problem Downloading Your Autodesk Products - use download now, browser download or install now options to install media of 2014 product trials in just single machine, check virtual agent link to update products, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, May 27, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Showcase Tips & Tricks: Showcase 2014 Depth of Field  - use Autodesk Showcase to add DOF in viewport, set individual DOF using different settings while keeping DOF in viewport active/inactive, Marion Landry, YouTube, May 22, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

ACA: Imperial MVB in Metric Drawing - creating proper millimeter-based content file in AutoCAD architecture 2014, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, May 27, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture tutorials)

Easy Simplified Catalog Database - check 'create project specific catalog database' in other tools drop down menu to create family tables in AutoCAD electrical, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, May 24, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Changing Spot Elevation Label Markers - select markers to be changed, change marker type by opening properties palette, update markers in Civil 3D, Jeff Morrow, IMAGINiT Civil Solutions Blog, May 24, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Instant AutoCAD Civil 3D Upgrades - check AutoCAD layer compliance by loading/restoring layer state files, import new styles from new templates except tweaked styles, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, May 24, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

A Tour of Constraint Relationships in Autodesk Inventor 2014 - click show icon on assembly tab to show relationship, select components, right click on constraint glyphs to check operations, update assembly, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Importing an AutoCAD Title Block Into Inventor - explode, clean up original title block inside AutoCAD, set everything on single layer, invoke text command, get rid of default title block to insert new block, Stan Wile, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, May 24, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Load Your Own External Command On the Fly - set visual studio to load projects efficiently, use RevitRubyShell or RevitPythonShell, SharpDevelop IDE, AddInManager in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 27, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Three Minutes with Floor Sloping - use slope arrow if offset variety is known, define one edge as slope defining or define constant height using Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, May 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Predictions of a Present Future - Revit 2014 features: dockable window enhancements, temporary view properties, room calculation points, parameter enhancements, modified materials UI, Jay Zallan, AUGI Library, May 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Render Transparent Backgrounds in PhotoView 360 - open display manager, invoke PhotoView 360 'final render' command in SolidWorks 2012, whereas just save final rendered file as .PNG file using SolidWorks 2013, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, May 27, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Xpress Tools Available in SolidWorks Standard  - design validation for conveyor drive shaft using DFMXpress, learning about DriveWorksXpress, SimulationXpress, YouTube, May 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Reverse ScanTo3D - SolidWorks Premium utility helps open scan data from any 3D scanner in form of mesh or point cloud file, tip to save data as point cloud file from SolidWorks model, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, May 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Resetting 'sa' Password - start Microsoft SQL server management studio, log into SQL server, adjust server authentication to ‘SQL server and Windows authentication mode’ before restarting server, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Is Free DraftSight CAD Usable CAD? - DraftSight provides 2D tools with simple UI, premium version offers API to write LISP programs, responsive technical support, deployment wizard, worth a consideration software, Ryan Reid, CADdigest.com, May 24, 2013 (more DraftSight reviews)

Axe Marks the Spot - point cloud visualization technology from Bentley reveals Bronze Age engravings on Stonehenge, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Solid Edge for SharePoint  - discussing PLM, PDM, setting up Solid Edge SP, transparent UI, SharePoint interface, added user benefits, YouTube, May 21, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

Where, What, How? - cloud-based solution designed for analyzing performance of conceptual designs, Sefaira Concept has parametric capabilities, can handle multi-analyses from single set-up, David Chadwick, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more AEC articles)

Go with the Flow - 3D viewer by IES animates building evacuation, occupant movement; based on real human behavior, Simulex tool helps identify potential problems, bottlenecks to ensure comfortable level of movement within building for occupants, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more AEC articles)

What APIs and Developer Documentation are Available for AutoCAD? - available AutoCAD APIs: AutoLISP, ActiveX/COM, JavaScript, ObjectARX, Managed .NET, Lee Ambrosius, Hyperpics: Beyond the UI, May 23, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Mechanical Applications for AutoCAD Electrical - use attribute tools, apply title block update utility to update title blocks, invoke swap/update block, copy project, toggle NO/NC commands, run batch plot utility, batch block updates, Stan Wile, Cadalyst, May 23, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Getting the Most Out of AutoCAD Design Suite 2014  - tips on using UI, command line, file tabs, layers, Lynn Allen, YouTube, May 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Updating a Plug-In to Vault 2014 - revise file, assembly version numbers, reference for using Vault 2014 SDK DLLs, add references, modify class implementations, fix compile errors, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, May 23, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Autodesk Recap, Pt 2 - Key Features - edit point cloud data, use annotation, selection, window, fence tools, apply project navigator, limit box, display settings to control dataset display, Matt Miyamoto, Ideate, May 23, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

AutoCAD Mechanical 2014 - Inventor Link - locate application, select uninstall/change, choose add/remove features from installation media dialog, tick Autodesk Inventor link before hitting update button, Kim Hyde, CADline, May 23, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Importing Shape Files - type MapImport at command line, select SHP file, hit ok, choose import polygons, set attribute data, object data mapping fields in Civil 3D, Christopher Fugitt, Civil 3D Reminders, May 23, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials) 

Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - RenderPlugin - create class deriving from RenderPlugin, override any method from among public virtual void OverlayRenderModel, OverlayRenderWindow, RenderModel or RenderWindow, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, May 23, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Effortless Extensible Storage - use extension to define special class by describing ExStorage schema, create instance of class, set properties, elements for attaching data to element in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Create a Back Reference View Title - pick view title, choose 'title block back reference' from edit type option, copy original view title family, change sheet number label to referencing sheet in Revit, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, May 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Use an Adaptive Component Line to Tag Ramp Slopes in Revit 2013 - workaround is creating adaptive family with 2 placement points, making spline between points, using 3D view to load family in project, Luke Johnson, What Revit Wants, May 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Tutorial - Export to Linked HTML File - open export, 'images and animation' option, pick selected views/sheets from export image dialog, specify output path, image options before exporting file, Jeffrey Pinheiro, Revit Kid, May 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

A New Feature I Love: Favorites Folder - maintain favorite features, sketch, reference geometry, components in handy folder using feature making them easily searchable in SolidWorks, David Mandl, SolidNotes, May 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Best Mating Practices, Pt 5: Don't Let Mating Take Any Longer Than Absolutely Necessary - apply smart mates trick by holding alt+drag to save lot of clicks, use copy with mates, replace mate entities, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, May 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 18 - use SpeedPak utility to create simplified configuration of assembly without losing references, reduce complex assemblies into subset of parts, faces, Josh Altergott, CATI Tech Notes, May 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Here's What It's Like to Start Up 3D Projects on TeamPlatform - setting up basic account, workspace, using embedded CAD viewer, Jeffrey Heimgartner, CADdigest.com, May 23, 2013 (more cloud articles)

Keeping Carbonation Bottled Up with FEA - exploring bottle shape, strength, reducing bottle weight using simulation, optimization software Abaqus, Isight, Chris Hardee, Design World, May 10, 2013 (more FEA articles, Abaqus articles)

Wizard Works Magic - ArchiWIZARD V2 analyzes performance envelope of building, can handle environmental setup, modify parameters, calculate 5 basic energy requirements in a building, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more AEC articles)

Belt/Chain Layout in a SolidWorks Sketch - position pulleys, calculate belt length, adjust pitch length, create belt model, Art Woodbury, CAPUniversity, May 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

The Future of Electrical Design - database driven EPLAN P8 has automatic error checking features, reference tools to compare incoming designs, high level of integration functions, Ken Christie of EPLAN, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more engineering articles)

ArchiCAD 17: New Feature - Core-Based Reference Line - use new modify wall reference line/slab reference plane dialogs to relocate reference line/plane without moving geometry, ArchiCAD SADC, May 21, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

ArchiCAD 17: BIM Lives in the Details - use standard building elements of new 'priority based connection system' to add greater detail to drawings, enhanced morph, energy evaluation tool to boost performance, Joshua Osborne, Cadimage, May 23, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Where are the Libraries Stored? - go to library manager to select libraries, explore embedded libraries within actual file, BIM server libraries inside BIM server in ArchiCAD, Jonathan Breen, Cadimage, May 23, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

AutoCAD Tip: How Do I Get the Old Array Version Back - use ARRAYCLASSIC command to get back classic ARRAY dialog, install SP1 or 2 while using AutoCAD 2012, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, May 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

How to Print a Layer List in AutoCAD - open layer properties dialog, highlight required layers, copy layers to clipboard, open up excel to paste clipboard contents, Bill McKown, Synergis, May 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Convert AutoCAD Generated PDF's to DWG - use tool to convert preserves lines, arcs, scale presets, large files, but get rid of masking or wipeouts that get reproduced as hatches, Civil Digest, May 23, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Where is My Preview for DWG Files in Windows? - install Design Review 2013, DWG TrueView 2013 to avail components that will allow preview of .DWG files in web browser besides AutoCAD, David Lau, Up and Ready, May 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Display of Internal Part Numbers on Symbols - check ace_get_cat_data function in API section of help, confirm text in button of post, use c:ace_get_cat_data function to push data in list form using AutoCAD Electrical, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, May 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

So You Think You Borrowed a Network License - check if login name is different, try running different program like Civil 3D, laptop is connected to docking station, power saving options disables network card, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 22, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, Civil 3D tutorials)

Civil 3D Surface to Revit: That's Easy - use bridge modeling tools to import Civil 3D drawing, open file in Revit structure to adjust visibility/graphics override, but avoid adding breaklines/boundaries to Civil 3D surfaces, Brian Hailey, Civil 3D Plus, May 22, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Is There a Way to Determine If a Specific Style Object is In-Use? - StyleBase.IsUsed API informs if particular style is in-use in Civil 3D 2014, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, May 22, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Being Content with Content: Configuring Revit Content Searching with Vault - install Revit plug-in for Vault Professional 2014 from Vault server, log into ADMS console to select, enable ‘Revit indexing service, Harlan Brumm, Revit Clinic, May 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Starting Views - specify view by going to manage project panel located in manage tab, select view, set starting view as project message board in Revit, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, May 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

New Room Calculation Point Functionality in Revit 2014 - turn on ‘room calculation point’ parameter within family type to enable room calculation point arrow in Revit, Ron Palma, Ideate, May 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Create Stirrup Rebar by Given Model Curves via Revit API - sketch up shape of stirrup within column using Revit API code, Joe Ye, AEC DevBlog, May 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Approach Disruptive Technologies with Caution - keep 64-bit Windows 7 on existing workstations, analyze risks involved in cloud file storage, emphasize on proper usage policy, keep plan in place before using cloud-based software configuration tools, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May 22, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Clean Machines More Quickly with System Mechanic - create Windows restore point, delete unnecessary programs, run system tools to delete temp, junk files, defrag hard drive, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May 22, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Designing Innovatively with IronCAD 2013 - overview of modules, 2 working environments, scene, drawing, CAXA draft options, impressive TriBall interface, ability to reuse geometry imported from other native CAD formats, Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, May 21, 2013 (more IronCAD reviews)

A Digital Process - CADWorx, CAESAR II offer upgraded design, analysis tools for process plant industry, can create BOMs, ISOGEN, fabrication drawings efficiently, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more CADWorkx reviews)

Doodle3D Prints Designs from 2D Drawings - sketching tool provides app for creating 2D-based artwork, WiFi receiver that can be connected to 3D printer to instantly transmit finished drawings for wireless printing, Cabe Atwell, Design News, May 21, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

At the 2013 Bay Area Maker Faire - hot topic was 3D printing, exploration of architecture's potential future, forms for 3D printed architecture on massive scale demo'ed, Kevin Luu, Novedge, May 21, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

Save User Inputs as Default Settings - use GetString, SaveSetting functions to return value stored in Windows registry, store string values, Rod Wing, Envision CAD, May 20, 2013 (more MicroStation tutorials) 

NX 8.5 Helix  - using helix command, menu options in NX, understanding possible applications of helix, Rob Carver, YouTube, May 20, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Displacement in Rhino 5 - use displacement command to create displaced mesh objects with procedural textures in Rhino 5, Brian James, Vimeo, May 2013 (more Rhino tutorials)

The Proof is in the Pudding - intra-version compatibility function to improve data flow, data sharing, pressure pipe network, corridor targets enhancements to increase Civil 3D performance, Andrew Walther, AUGI Library, May 21, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Working with Raw Input from a User with AutoLISP - use GetInt, GetString, grread functions to limit return value to integer value, enter text string, Lee Ambrosius, Hyperpics: Beyond the UI, May 21, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Autodesk ReCap Point Cloud Review and Processing, Pt 1 - review, process large lidar datasets, select multiple data files at once, produce single .RCP project file that links back processed data, Matt Miyamoto, Ideate, May 21, 2013 (more Autodesk articles) 

AutoCAD WS Changes Its Name to AutoCAD 360 and Goes Pro - smart pen feature helps in creating basic geometry, Pro version allows files up to 30 MB for $4.99/month, storage space up to 25 GB, Brian Benton, CAD-a-Blog, May 21, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

AutoCAD 360 - New Name and New Features - AutoCAD WS to be renamed as Autodesk 360, will continue as both mobile app, web app, John Evans, Design and Motion, May 21, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Autodesk Adds Features and Fees to AutoCAD 360 Mobile App - ability to start new projects from scratch, connectivity to 3rd-party storage, block palette, priority support available in AutoCAD 360 Pro for $4.99/month, Cadalyst, May 21, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

AutoCAD 360 Formerly Known as AutoCAD WS - becomes member of Autodesk 360 cloud-based family, offering AutoCAD 360 Pro mobile app plans, Jimmy Bergmark, JTB World Blog, May 21, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Apply Units Formatting for the Structural Shapes Lengths in Parts List - set default formatting in column format tab, enable value substitution button in substitution tab, define properties in ‘when exists, use value of' option in Inventor, Alessandro Gasso, Being Inventive, May 21, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Writing Inventor API Code That Modifies Multiple BRep Entities - store selected entries in custom data structure, accumulate ReferenceKeys of selected entities prior doing any modification to BRep, Philippe Leefsma, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 22, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Controlling Plot Thickness in Revit - go to manage tab to access, control object styles, override object appearance by using visibility/graphics overrides tool or filters, adjust line weights, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, May 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Setting Up True North for a Project - Best Practice - acquire, publish coordinates to ensure models from all disciplines locate correctly when related, link CAD site plan/Revit site model into building model before sharing coordinates, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, May 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Prompt to Save Positions After Moving AutoCAD Site Plan in Building Model - understanding implications that will result after selecting save now, ok, or cancel options in 'save position dialog box,' need for overwriting CAD file while defining shared coordinates in Revit, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, May 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Is Revit 2014 Multi-Threaded? - yes, multi-threading in Revit allows vector printing, 2D vector export, rendering, wall joins representation, element, file loading, point cloud data overlay, Michael Rotolo, The Mad Cadder, May 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Skip Template Selection Prompt When Using Make Drawing from Part/Assembly - set 'always use these default document templates,' make drawing from part/assembly, select novice option to adjust sheet format of drawing template using SolidWorks, Darcie Hall, Fisher/Unitech, May 21,2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Saving the Event Viewer Log - access event viewer by selecting 'view event logs,' sort log by severity, data, time, select save all events from action pull-down menu before sending copy of application, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 21, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 17 - use large design review to open large assemblies quickly, navigate FeatureManager design tree, measure distance, create cross sections, hide/show components, Josh Altergott, CATI Tech Notes, May 21, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Finding the Area of a Slab - open element information palette, choose area setting, select slab, or use slab label to adjust label type from text to dimension label in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 21, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

3D Systems CTO Charles Hull & Dale Dougherty: 3D Printing - talk about evolution of 3D printing technology, availability for consumer market, fora.tv, May 19, 2013 (more CAD show articles, rapid prototyping articles)

All the Fun of the Faire - UK Maker Faire showcased robotics, BattleBots, Printcraft service, Al Dean, Develop 3D, May 17, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

Autodesk Buys Tinkercad to Expand It's 123D Portfolio - TinkerCAD is capable of Boolean union of all mesh objects, making model suitable for 3D printing, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, May 20, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, MCAD articles)

Use the Power of the Command Line - enter required text in basic text program, copy, paste it into command line, create polyline, enter various settings to get different outputs in AutoCAD, Russell Koenig, Cadalyst, May 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoLISP: Purge Page Setups - use DEL_PAGESETUPS code to purge all page set-ups except current page, reduce setup count that is to be navigated, AutoCAD Tips, May 20, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 - Command Line Enhancements - check autocorrect, autocomplete, synonym suggestions feature, command help, content search enhancements to smoothen work process using AutoCAD 2014, RK McSwain, CAD Panacea, May 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Get Your Vault Add-Ins to Show in Your Application - open add/remove programs from control panel, locate Autodesk Vault client application, right-click on it to uninstall, click add, remove features on splash screen, Clinton Brown, CADline, May 20, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Inventor 2014 to Revit 2014 - remove details, fill voids, define envelopes, recognize extrude, evolve to simplify model before exporting it as native Revit family with parametric, Gareth Spencer, CADline, May 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials, Revit tutorials)

4-Way Intersections - Maintain Both Crowns - curb assembly completes intersection between primary, secondary roads, take care while assigning correct assemblies in Civil 3D, Phil Zimmerman, IMAGINiT Civil Solutions Blog, May 20, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

3D Solid Civil Surfaces - show first surfaces as triangles, border, extract them, type command CONVTOSURFACE, select triangles, Jack Strongitharm, From the Ground Up, May 20, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Copy Title Block Prompted Entries from One Sheet to the Other - use GetResultText method to obtain final text, call TitleBlock.SetPromptResultText to set final text using Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 19, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Updating to a New Release of Autodesk Inventor - Refresh from Content Center - select 'refresh standard content' icon in manage tab, select components, click refresh icon to update contents from content center libraries, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 19, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

What's New in Inventor 2014, Pt 1 - use sketching, part enhancements to create straight/arc shaped slots, self-intersecting/non-tangent sweeps, respectively, Eric Schubert, YouTube, May 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Sheet Metal Techniques Including Split and Thicken/Offset Tools - avoid using extrude while adding/subtracting materials, use combination of appropriate face, cut, fold, bend, contour flange tools to model sheetmetal parts in Inventor, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, May 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor - Get Your View Labels Back in Whack - use CPS view relabeller app to iterate through all drawing views for labeling them sequentially in Inventor, Gavin Bath, Design and Motion, May 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Renew Thumbnail of Document - use Document.SetThumbnailSaveOption, adjust camera to view, call Document.Save to renew thumbnail in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Running Programmatically a Specific Version of Inventor - use CreateInstanceFromProcess method to read registry entry, or CreateInstanceFromCLSID method to retrieve path of Inventor.exe from registry, Philippe Leefsma, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit: RomanS Font Issues - update all annotation in template, tags when font of text changes from Arial to default, use fonts that are similar to RomanS in Revit, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revisions & Keynotes & Worksets & Revit 2014 - check enhanced keynote, revision functionality in Revit 2014 where worksets are no longer borrowed, provides flexibility to project teams, Ryan Duell, Revit Clinic, May 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

This Fitting is Just Right: Ability to Embed .CSV File to Revit MEP Fitting Families - use size_lookup function to add pipe, conduit fittings, modify 'lookup table name' parameter, apply new lookup tables manage button to manage lookup tables, Bill Johnson, Ideate, May 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014: Autodesk App Exchange - check civil structures, frame generator, SDNF import/export, composite design, excel based model generation, timber framing, grids generator, CIS/2 import/export extensions of Revit, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 16, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Adding Setback Distances to Your Multiple Radius Fillets  - use setback option to blend adjoining surfaces together, smoothen transitions on corners in SolidWorks, Chris Briand, YouTube, May 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Exploded View Alternate Directions - select component to be moved, click in assembly name box, choose new reference, or use sketch line instead of component face in SolidWorks, Jordan Nardick, CATI Tech Notes, May 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Flex Feature  - understanding ways to deform complex bodies, using bend, twist, taper, stretch flex types to control feature in SolidWorks, Ian Jutras, YouTube, May 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Labeling Doors and Windows in Elevations - set label tool up, configure label settings for doors, windows in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 20, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Help - Autodesk ReCap is Crashing - open NVIDIA control panel, click 'manage 3D settings,' select 3D OpenGL stereo from global settings tab, adjust high-performance NVIDIA processor as graphics processor, Matt Miyamoto, Ideate, May 17, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Licensing Error: A Valid License Could Not Be Obtained by the Network License Manager - understanding Autodesk license errors that pop up on server while setting up LMTools utility, verify installed LMTools, reset utility, delete licpath.lic, cascadeinfo.cas to resolve issue, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 16, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - Dynamic Loading of Plug-In - using code to create 2 sets of plug-ins, place 1st set in binary to any folder, 2nd in 2 folders to check plug-in loading, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, May 19, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Obtain the RGB Color Value from an AcDbEntity Using ObjectARX and RealDWG - understanding code to get RGB value from existing AcDb::kOpenForRead AcDbEntity in AutoCAD, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

How to Display My Custom Web Page in AutoCAD Help Dialog While Pressing F1 During Command - use AutoCAD 2014 that allows developers create registry keys to add own domain into it, Philippe Leefsma, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 16, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Autodesk at Maker Faire - Crazy Like a Fox - CEO Carl Bass champions children making things, giving away Autodesk software to help them, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, May 19, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Autodesk articles)

Autodesk CEO: How CAD Empowers Kids (and Other Makers) - video of entire Carl Bass presentation encouraging children, parents to be makers, fora.tv, May 19, 2013 (more CAD show articles, Autodesk articles)

Chasing Maker Gold - over a hundred thousand makers at Maker Faire signify market worth billions, draws CAD vendors, others, Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, May 19, 2013 (more CAD show articles)

Focus on Engineering - leverage cloud-based energy analysis tools using Autodesk 360, check divide systems, specific angles, dockable window framework, schedule updates, cap-open ends, section enhancements in Revit 2014, Todd Shackelford, AUGI Library, May 17, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Create Revit Room Plans with Python Shell and Revit API - select room where floor plan view is to be generated, iterate python script over selected rooms to extract bounding boxes, add plain view to Revit document, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, May 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

CouchDB Implementation and GitHub Repository - understanding navigation logic, nested asynchronous database call-back functions, screen snapshot on mobile device, Autodesk open source components used in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Speed - work in wireframe, open required worksets, purge crap out of linked Revit files, break model into smaller models to accelerate Revit, Todd Shackelford, CAD Shack, May 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

NVIDIA - The Only Winner in Q1 Graphics Market - overall market was down 2.9% sequentially: AMD revenue was flat, Intel slipped 5.3%, but NVIDIA increased by 3.6% quarter-to-quarter, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, May 17, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles, CAD hardware articles)

New Deadlines, Old Workstations - A Bad Combination - waiting time due to slow workstation performance is intolerable; dropping prices, increasing capabilities of workstations are making upgrades less costly, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, May 16, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

How to Create Inspection-Ready Programs in NX  - discussing model driven CMM programming based on PMI, YouTube, May 16, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

How to Display and Analyze Inspection Measurement Results in NX  - evaluate 'as built' measurement in graphical environment, use analysis options to determine cause of part failure, generate reports, YouTube, May 16, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

NX CAD - Designing in the Context of the Assembly  - make work part vs make displayed part, create new component on imported bodies, YouTube, May 16, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Exploded Views with Multi-Body Parts in 6 Steps - create new configuration, generate exploded view, explode steps, use auto-space components, edit explode steps, check finished exploded views in SolidWorks, Elliot Weber, The HRS Blog, May 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Best Mating Practices, Pt 4: Don't Mate Too Much - assume fully defined parts are one complex part, ignore floating parts that are not being mated using SolidWorks, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, May 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Section View Assist, Pt 2: Shortcutting Cutting Line Creation - create simple section views faster without drawing sketches, check 'auto-start section view' setting to avoid section view pop-ups in SolidWorks 2013, Matthew Lorono, SolidWorks Legion, May 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Importing Inventor Assembly & Part Files Into SolidWorks  - install Inventor view software before opening Inventor files, open assembly components to modify them in SolidWorks, Amgad Yacoub, YouTube, May 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Spider 3D Scanner Targets Small, Intricate Objects - lightweight, handheld scanner can scan sharp edges, small details in real time with great resolution, accuracy, priced at $20,500, Nancy Spurling Johnson, Cadalyst, May 16, 2013 (more reverse engineering articles, CAD hardware articles)

A Level of Development Specification for BIM Processes - reference document allows both interim, final models to be fully, clearly defined; explaining fundamental definitions, putting LOD specification to work, Jim Bedrick, AECbytes, May 16, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Beam Me Up - PDF-based collaboration tool, Bluebeam Revu 11 has intuitive interface, multiple levels of markup with ability to adjust properties of cloud curves, can import IFC files, has iPad enhancements, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more AEC articles, PDF articles)

BIM for Construction - key advantages of BIM process offered at different construction stages, Bob Garrett of Excitech Ltd, CAD User, Mar/Apr 2013 (more AEC articles)

SmartGeometry Event Pushes Limits of Architectural Design - 'constructing for uncertainty' theme explored technologies to design spaces, buildings, cities; hands-on workshops displayed clusters, real-world applications discussed, role of Bentley Systems, Nancy Spurling Johnson, Cadalyst, May 16, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Calculating Cut and Fill Volumes - open solid elements operations dialog, apply subtraction with upward/downward extrusion on slab, go to ‘element information’ tab to obtain fill materials in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 16, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Autodesk Revenue Down 3% in First Quarter - revenue was  $570 million, flat on constant currency basis, net income was $55.6 million, down 29% from year ago, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, May 16, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

New Cloud Service Autodesk ReCap Photo - professional cloud tool can convert series of photos to textured 3D model of object, Vladimír Michl, CAD Studio Blog, May 15, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk and NetSuite Partnership to Link PLM to ERP - bi-directional linking of PLM, ERP products; 2 uses cases highlighting possibilities: create new vendor, create engineering change order, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, May 15, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles, PLM articles) 

Shedding a Little Light on Things - creating, editing, displaying torus, repeating command in macro, selection options, AutoCAD 2014 enhancements, Michael Beall, CADTutor, May 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Create Mass Output with the Publish Command - create multi-page DWF, DWFx, or PDF file, batch plot to plotter, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, May 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD basics tutorials)

How to: Edit Block Attributes in Microsoft Excel - export data from AutoCAD using ATTOUT command, open file in excel to edit values, use ATTIN command to import values, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, May 16, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Inventor Open or Import AutoCAD DWG - open DWG files in Inventor, select, copy data to paste in Inventor or import DWG file by converting DWG into solids, surfaces, sketches, David Gate, CADline, May 16, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles, Inventor tutorials)

AutoLISP: Advanced Polyline Offset - use specific routine to create polyline between 2 polylines, handle polylines at different elevations, Greg Battin, AutoCAD Tips, May 15, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Model, Texture and Render a Realistic Light Bulb with 3ds Max & C4D - using combination of both powerful tools, techniques to create light bulb model in 3ds Max, Stefan Surmabojov, Cgtuts+, May 16, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials) 

Type Mismatch When Calling CalculateFacetsAndTextureMap - code to understand type mismatch exception in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 14, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Calling Rules from the Assembly Level - explore ways to control rules that are created in components using Inventor iLogic, Rosanna Daniel, YouTube, May 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Display Truss Members in Revit - load structural framing families into project file, use load family function to select families, set framing type parameter for each chord, webs, Doug Bowers, Applying Technology to Architecture, May 16, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

View Templates 101 - click on 'manage view template' in view tab, choose template, rename it, customize template settings, categorize as presentation or construction in Revit, Chris McNiel, AUGI Library, May 16, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Clarity 2014 - My Favorite Unexpected Feature - edit data sheet template to add, remove information/graphics from any data sheet, add parameter to template by adding roomlink or itemlink in Revit, Joe Eichenseer, IMAGINiT Building Solutions Blog, May 16, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dell Extends Workstation Line with New Rack Mounted and Small Form Factor Models - 2U rack-mounted workstation, Dell Precision R7610 can be linked with Dell Wyse P25 Zero Client terminal for maximum security; entry-level Dell Precision T1700 SFF is 30% smaller in size, can drive up to 4 monitors, Tom Lansford, Graphic Speak, May 15, 2013 (more Dell workstation reviews)

Dell Launches New Entry-Level and Rack-Mountable Workstations - based on Intel Xeon processor E3-1200 v3, Dell T1700 SFF targets budget-conscious segment, comes with performance optimizer software; rack-mountable workstation with PC-over-IP technology, Dell Precision R7610 launched, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, May 16, 2013 (more Dell workstation reviews)

SolidWorks Best Mating Practices, Pt 3: Don't Fight with or for Your Mates - check mates with red highlights in 'view mate error' dialog, choose appropriate mate to solve them using SolidWorks, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, May 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Keeping Older SolidWorks Releases in Peak Performance - subscribe SolidWorks, renew service packs subscription regularly to download latest SolidWorks enhancements, Ron Thogersen, SolidNotes, May 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 16 - set envelope in component properties to reduce level of detail in SolidWorks parts, assemblies, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

5 SolidWorks Tips You May Have Never Seen Before - select edge of solid body to start sketch, use loop select feature, explode direction control, copy surfaces, move sketches easily, Darin Grosser, DASI Solutions Blog, May 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Take SolidWorks Part Modeling a Step Above Essentials  - understanding shortcuts, tips related to sketch geometry in SolidWorks, Lars Christensen, YouTube, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

COMSOL Multiphysics 4.3B Offers Breakthrough Analysis Tools - check new multi-body dynamics, wave optics, molecular flow, semiconductor, electrochemistry modules that provide CAD importing, meshing, geometry enhancements, Stacy Combest, Design World, May 15, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

New Potential Energy Savings Widget Helps You Focus on What Matters - use new GBS infrastructure with Revit 2014 modeling features to conduct multi-run, parametric energy analysis, use building chart to improve energy performance, David Scheer, Building Performance Analysis, May 15, 2013 (more AEC articles)

AutoCAD Doing the AutoCAD Twist - select drawing in modelspace, invoke DVIEW command, select option to choose object or press enter to select, rotate drawing objects, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD 2012 is Unable to Obtain the Building Design Suite 2012, 2013 or 2014 Network License - workaround is to uninstall AutoCAD from machines, reboot, install AutoCAD from Building Design Suite 2012 media or run newer version of AutoCAD, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Correcting Unresolved File References in Vault Explorer - avoid issues related to dangling relationships by using/installing ‘reference repair utility’ that is available in update 2, 1 for Vault 2012, 2013 respectively, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 15, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Civil 3D 2014 Productivity Tools Issues with Installers - download .exe installer file, use unarchiver to extract files, rename files, ensure civil view file extensions are only xml, dll or pdf, Civil Digest, May 15, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - InputPlugin - capture, handle mouse/keyboard events using plug-in, apply View.PickItemFromPoint to obtain information about selected objects, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, May 15, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Autodesk Shared Reference Point Tool  - install Civil 3D from subscription website, use Revit installer to add item in add-ins tab, Jack Strongitharm, YouTube, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk articles) 

Inventor 2014 New API for Sketch Creation - check new objects to form sketch using API, create equation/intersection curves, control point splines from API, use add methods to create slots, Wayne Brill, Mod the Machine, May 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor 2014: Increasingly Social - improved UI of skills interactive tutorials, ‘linear and arched slots’ tool, sweep command, assembly, simulation joint conversion types, place component, interoperability, point cloud enhancements, John Evans, AUGI Library, May 15, 2013 (more Inventor reviews)

Delete Suppressed Features in iPart - open iPart factory document, run iPart code in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Suppress Constraints and Ground Components - decide constraints to be suppressed, edit sub-assembly to ground components, start suppressing from sub to top assembly to make loading faster in Inventor, John Kavusak, Synergis, May 14, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Routine for Suppressing Components - double-click on cube to edit rule cube’s size in assembly using Inventor iLogic, Rosanna Daniel, YouTube, May 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

DWG Issues and Various Other Updates - implement AutoCAD add-in to access 3D coordinates in DWG import, use flag or embedded information in exported text to post-process information received from Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Point Cloud or Linked File Not Appearing in Revit - Shared Coordinates - apply ‘zoom to fit’ to view point cloud, model center together in screen, suitable for objects that are thousand kilometers apart, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, May 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Using the Revit API to Collect and Count Curtain Panels - use panel class to represent curtain panels, change filter to filter any additional instances in Revit, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, May 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

SolidWorks Sketch Blocks - right click over CommandManager, choose blocks to activate, access them, sketch entities, choose ‘make block’ option to create insertion point, save block, Laura Weismantel, CAPUniversity, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Best Mating Practices, Pt 2: Don't Mate Your Relations - create in-context part, insert component in assembly level to edit part, avoid applying sketch relations to valve when it is unmated, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Creating Section Views in SolidWorks 2013 - use section view property manager tool to add offsets to views, create lines/arc to be added in relations, connect entities using ‘select chain’ option, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Moving BOM/Drawing View to New Sheet - highlight drawing view, activate destination sheet to paste view in SolidWorks, Prism Blog, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Cutting with Surfaces in SolidWorks - use feature to remove material from model using surface body, Prism Blog, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Parameters and Design Studies - define multiple what-if analysis scenarios, click button to run scenarios, save time instead of creating multiple studies in SolidWorks, Bill Reuss, 3D Vision Technologies, May 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Bluebeam Revu for iPad - PDF-based document viewer can access PDF-based CAD drawings, markup, redline documents, collaborate with others in real time using Bluebeam Studio, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, May 14, 2013 (more AEC articles, PDF articles)

SolidWorks Best Mating Practices, Pt 1: Mate Before You Relate - use mates before applying any sketch relations to ensure greater stability with assembly in SolidWorks, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, May 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

KeyShot Tip: Using Labels to Create Special Material Effects - create multi-layered materials, adjust amount of light transmitted by label, get desired effect by adjusting features, KeyShot, May 14, 2013 (more KeyShot articles)

Dimension Your Building Quickly - select all walls, open 'automatic dimensioning' dialog box from document options, use dimensioning tool to dimension width of window openings in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 15, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD Modeling Tips - using tube command instead of tracing section or path for modeling chimneys in ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, May 14, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

With NetSuite Linkup, Autodesk Confirms That It's No Longer Just a CAD Company - Q&A about availability to PLM 360 subscribers, selling channel, CAD environment for PLM 360 users, pulling compliance data, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles, PLM articles)

Autodesk Partners with NetSuite to Take on ERP/PLM Integration in the Cloud - building bi-directional integration between systems for seamless data flow, examples include: approved vendor lists, vendors audits, intelligent change management, Beth Stackpole, Virtual Desktop, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles, PLM articles)

Autodesk Exchange Apps - App Submission Process Overview - submit app using app submission form, check summary, preview app in store, edit existing app, Virupaksha Aithal, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Change the Background Mask Property of AcDbMText Object Programmatically Using ObjectARX - use setBackgroundFill() member function of class AcDbMText in ObjectARX; in LISP, add group code 90 by setting it as 1 to turn on background mask, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Here's an Update on AutoCAD .dwg File Formats by Release - open DWG file in notepad to check if AutoCAD version is coded with first 6 characters of file, verify coded version number in DXF, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD External Reference Fading - select external reference located at bottom of insert tab, choose fading button to turn on/off fading, use fading field slider to set fading value, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Get a Handle on Multifunctional Grips in AutoCAD  - use multifunctional grips to add vertex to polylines, non-associative hatch boundaries without using PEDIT command, Lynn Allen, YouTube, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Importing 3ds Max Design Objects to Showcase 2014  - use FBX to import objects, animate objects using direct key frame animation using move/rotate/scale deformation, check if materials are recognized by Showcase, Marion Landry, YouTube, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Copy, Copy Design, Design Copy, Design Assistant: So Many Choices - using copy design option in Vault to copy entire assembly structure, preserving all of relationships, iLogic design copy option, design assistant tool in Inventor, Jennifer MacMillan, ASCENT Blog, May 14, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials, Autodesk Vault articles)

How to Acquire Files - Vault 2014 API has Connection.FileManager.AcquireFiles class, benefits, drawback of acquiring files, suggested workaround, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, May 14, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

The One About Showcase and Entourage  - merging files from SketchUp, 3ds Max to create entourage inside of Showcase, David Beach, The Architect's Digital Design Guide, May 14, 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials, 3ds Max tutorials)

Creating a SectionView and Setting Its Elevation Range Using .NET API - add new SectionView property, set IsElevationRangeAutomatic property to false to adjust elevation range in Civil 3D, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, May 14, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Generate a Layout for a View Frame Overview - set viewport frame type to 'undefined,' invoke regenall command to display view frames in layout view in Civil 3D, Karsten Saenger, Being Civil, May 14, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Civil 3D 2012 Slow Performance - use sysvdlg command to open system variables dialog for researching variables, check performance after adjusting settings, Justin Ralston, C3dXtreme, May 14, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Civil 3D 2012 Slow Performance, Pt 2 - accelerate speed of drawing by syncing sub surface regions of project, use SYNCHRONIZEREFERENCES at command line to perform sync, Justin Ralston, C3dXtreme, May 14, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

External Command Lister and Adding Ribbon Commands - use RvtSamples SDK application to read text file listing with any number of .NET assemblies in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 14, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Working with Type Catalogs - check if parameters, units are properly defined using new export family types feature, add/edit instance parameter values of type catalogs using Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, May 14, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 Optimized View Navigation  - enable 'optimized view navigation' tab to suppress display of fill patterns, element edges, shadows, mechanical/structural hidden lines, Daryl Gregoire, Revit Rocks, May 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Prints Charming - bureaus offering wide range of processes, materials, skills for 3D printing models with fine details, Stephen Holmes, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

The Kernel, Why CAD Systems Don't Play Well with Others - definition, simplifying usage of CAD system through kernel, translation challenges, role of STEP format, GrabCAD, May 14, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Connecting to Non-Local Data: Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 4  - replace URL with QR code that helps open, digitally, additional information on separate device, create, add QR code in ArchiCAD file, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, May 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

G-Wizards Conversational Pocketing Wizard -  enter 3 Z levels, 3 groups of parameters to make rectangular pocket, CNCCookbook, May 13, 2013 (more CAM articles)

PTC Channel Doing Well, DS/SIMPOE Update - PTC's channel revenue across all product areas was up 7% in constant currency; Dassault has no plans to change any partner plug-ins or SIMPOE-Mold, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, May 13, 2013 (more PTC articles, SolidWorks articles)

Autodesk Subscription Center: How-To - getting product media, serial number, product key, cloud credits, product enhancements, technical web support, Jarod Schultz, May 13, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

AutoCAD Quick Access Toolbar - go to customize tab, expand quick access toolbar, locate command to add, drag, drop command next to quick access toolbar, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Make the Running Object Snap Modes Work for You - select useful snap models, avoid combining nearest snap mode with endpoint, midpoint, quadrant, tangent modes, use OSMODE system variable in AutoCAD 2014, Tawfik Shehata, Cadalyst, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD Tip: My Delete Key, Double Click & Layer Control are Not Working - set PICKFIRST system variable at command line, adjust its value to 1, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Quick Tip: How to Hide and Isolate Work - click yellow light bulb in bottom right corner before/after selecting objects, click hide objects, go to isolate shortcut menu to isolate AutoCAD objects, Michael Beall, AUGI Library, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD layer tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 Startup LISP and Autodesk New Security - AutoCAD now restricts apps being loaded unless found in list of AutoCAD's trusted paths, John Evans, Design and Motion, May 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

From PDF (Back) to DWG - free 'PDF to AutoCAD' webservice converts PDF files (upto 40MB) to AutoCAD DWG format, Stefan Boeykens, CAD, BIM & 3D, May 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Make an Individual Revit File from a Central File - open folder containing Revit central file, select central file, check detach from central box, avoid connecting to server, create individual Revit project file, Andrew Corley, Cadalyst, May 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Add an Offset Boundary Line to a Corridor - add LinkWidthAndSlope subassembly placed at end of daylight or LinkSlopeToSurface subassembly, omit link, name P2 point code appropriately in Civil 3D, Civil 3D Peanuts, May 13, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Geolocation Ribbon Tab in Civil 3D 2014 - open AutoCAD 2014, create new CUI file, drag geolocation ribbon tab from ACAD.CUIX file to new CUI file, load this file in Civil 3D, Brian Hailey, Civil 3D Plus, May 12, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

How to Borrow a Network License in Inventor - access product license information dialog box, specify time period for borrowing license, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor 2014: Where's the Bill? - add missing bill of material command in quick access toolbar, or include it in marking menu or ctrl+RMB marking menu in Inventor, Mark Flayler, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, May 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Use PackAndGo of 2014 API - check Autodesk.PackAndGo.Interop.dll, configure Inventor application properly as it works as 32bits on 32bits OS, 64bits on 64bits, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Navisworks 2014: Autodesk Rendering - create point, spot, distant or web types of light, adjust environmental settings, use low, medium or high render styles to ray-trace on screen, Jim Cowan, Ideate, May 13, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - Override Transformation - understanding 2014 .NET API options to transform whole model of object using Navisworks, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, May 13, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

The Indent Feature - An Underappreciated SolidWorks Tool - place spur gear in position that intersects package mode, select target body, tool body region for editing package using indent feature, Phil Grim, Fisher/Unitech, May 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Decorative Fillets  - turn on PhotoView 360, add decorative fillets to final rendering of model by adjusting its radius value to 1 mm, Jimmy Barrera, YouTube, May 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

General Performance Tips for SolidWorks Workgroup PDM - archive old revisions, obsolete projects,  enable 'indexing service search' from search tab, turn on rebuild vault option to detect errors in Vault, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Laser Scanning Hardware  - discussing plant field, BIM, civil/survey workflows, YouTube, May 9, 2013 (more reverse engineering articles, CAD hardware articles)

Simple Memory Allocations - constructors for math_* and TCollection_Array* classes to allocate data on stack, Roman Lygin, Open Cascade Notes, May 10, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

DriveWorks Live Example - Entrance Canopy - select 'entrance canopy' demo from website, choose desired font color, style, configure dimensions of canopy, DriveWorks Blog, May 10, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

Modeling Tips for Chimneys in ArchiCAD - draw basic body of chimney, use complex profiles, create 3D model, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, May 10, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Classes, You Can Never Have Too Many Vectorworks Classes - 2 classes in VWX doc: none, dimension; discussing good basic drafting practice, standard classes for various annotations, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, May 12, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Communication Failure Error When Trying to Install After Downloading the Autodesk Package - use 'download now' option to download browser again, double click .exe to extract install files to any location, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 12, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk Backburner Set-Up - consists of backburner manager, monitor, servers, increases 3d max rendering speed by breaking animation into smaller parts, works as standalone or render farm, Bill McKown, Synergis, May 10, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, 3ds max articles)

Placing an iFeature from Autodesk Vault 2014 - store iFeatures created in Inventor into Vault workspace folder, check in iFeature into Vault before placing it from Vault to part that needs it, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 12, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles, Inventor tutorials)

Localize Inventor .NET Add-In - localizing add-in registration information, resources used by add-in assembly, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 12, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Create Sketch Slot in Autodesk Inventor 2014 - 5 types of slot command: center to center, overall, center point, three point arc, center point arc, Sunith Babu, CAD Professor, May 11, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Beware - Using Frame Generator Merge Option will Report Wrong Member Length - locate merge option next to placement icons in FG insert window, check FG member mid plane length to choose placement position in Inventor, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, May 13, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Swept Blend Using Profiles in Adaptive Components - create adaptive component with 2D linework geometry, host 2 profiles of different size on arc reference line, select profiles, arc to create form in Revit, Tim Waldock, RevitCat, May 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Source Code Formatting and Google Prettifier - add reference to Google Prettify loader, prettyprint class to HTML 'pre' tags or include Google-code-prettify script load statement to format Revit API codes, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Removing Unused Mac Architectures, Languages and Files - use monolingual to remove unnecessary resources, Revit API architectures from disk, uncheck all languages in use to save disk space, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit View Underlay Property and Python - Annoying Problem - use python script to select views from browser, set Revit view underlay setting to none, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, May 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

VB.NET and View.SetVisibility - use InvokeMember under type of view while using VB.NET to make compiler understand version of Revit API code used, Augusto Goncalves, AEC DevBlog, May 10, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Scheduling Apartments - use clean interfaces between elements in group, main structure of building, create simple generic model family, employ new variance parameter by group functionality in Revit 2014, David Light, Revit, Mar 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Space Frame with Spherical Layout in Revit Using Divided Surface, Adaptive Component and Pythagoras - use equations to form 4 corner points of round sphere in conjunction with adjacent components, build reference point, adaptive component to define top of sphere, Havard Vasshaug, May 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Simulation with PTC Creo  - experience structural, thermal, motion behavior of designs under real-life conditions, easy-to-follow process with intuitive UI, YouTube, May 9, 2013 (more Pro/E tutorials)

PTC Creo Layout in Action  - create, capture design intent, add tapered extrusions in single feature, YouTube, May 9, 2013 (more Pro/E tutorials)

What's New in SolidWorks 2013: Section View Assist, Pt 1 - quickly generate cutting lines for section views without drawing sketch entities, Matthew Lorono, SolidWorks Legion, May 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Going with the Flow: Dassault Joins the Bid for Mold Simulation with Acquisition - acquires injection-mold simulation software maker Simpoe for simulating liquid flow, mold warpage, cooling, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, May 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

How Do I Delete the SolidWorks Registry Without Losing All of My Settings? - start SolidWorks Rx, use safe mode to identify video, options, or add-in issues, Neil Bucalo, CATI Tech Notes, May 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

eDrawings Translators - check option to download 3D XML, Pro/E translators to avoid errors of invalid file types, Blake Cokinis, CATI Tech Notes, May 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Setting Up the SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Viewer - follow IIS installation instructions, install on local hard drive, enter license key, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Examining Conic Curves and Surfaces, with Rick McWilliams - creating precision flowing shapes in SolidWorks, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

AMD Sapphire HD 7950 Mac Edition - 3 GB of GDDR5 memory, excellent memory bandwidth, supports OpenGL 4.2, can be solid investment for aging Mac Pro, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, May 9, 2013 (more graphic cards reviews)

Design Engineers Play Critical Role in Reducing Product Costs - product cost management tool tightly integrated with CAD helps in real-time cost assessments due to design changes, Julie Driscoll, Cadalyst, May 9, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

4Projects BIM in a Browser - based on xBIM, open source toolkit, 4Projects introduces capabilities of BIM viewing, reviewing, reporting, COBie data management tools to its cloud-based service, Greg Corke, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Executive Guide to BIM, Pt 1 - definition, technology needed for BIM, misconceptions, industry drivers for BIM adoption, Paul Woddy, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Classifying Details - use marker heads on details to identify different disciplines in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 10, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

A Question of Labeling: Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 3 - create uniquely searchable ID, label details as number/sheet number by setting up ID prefix, style from layout settings, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, May 9, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Autodesk in Transition - improved Autodesk 2014 products, concentrating on developing cloud services, making data, tools accessible anywhere, while giving power of online analysis, rendering, Martyn Day, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, AEC articles)

Multi-Colored Dashed Lines in AutoCAD - type mline on command line or select multiline tool from format tab to access it, create multiline style before creating tool, John Flanagan's CADline, May 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Issue Rendering to the Autodesk 360 Cloud - log out of Autodesk 360 in Revit, delete browsing history, clear temp folder, sign into Autodesk 360 within Revit, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 9, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Changing the Orientation of an Inventor Model After Import in Showcase - change orientation of model after importing it in Showcase, open import status window to adjust model orientation, Marion Landry, YouTube, May 9, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Returning Data from .NET to JavaScript Inside AutoCAD - use TransformToWcs() method to return value to caller by serializing point data into JSON, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Take Five and Jump Ahead - check Jump Start, InstantOn Basic, Jump Kit, InstantOn Survey, Symbol Set, Blocks Only products to make Civil 3D more productive, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, May 9, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Civil 3D 2014 Bug: Layer State Manager Mess  - edit layer state to get rid of layers using layer state manager, Civil Digest, May 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD bugs articles, Civil 3D tutorials)

Add-In Wizards for Revit 2014 - understanding Revit add-in wizard usage by installing wizard zip files, copy zip files to matching Visual Studio project templates, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Working vs Sheet Views - cut section into parts to check plan, change section cuts to working section type to avoid cluttering with views, add temporary annotations in Revit, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Groin Vaults for Your Single Groin Needs - find efficient ways of modeling by properly planning while using tools in Revit, Jay Zallan, Fear and Loathing in a CAD vs BIM World, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Enhancements Made to Structural Reinforcement Tools in Revit 2014 - assign rebar to disregard hooks, specify rounding parameters, adjust lap-slice stagger positions using reinforcement settings dialog box options, Shruti Harve, Ideate, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 Macros in Ruby - select Ruby in language option while creating macro using Revit 2014, Harry Mattison, YouTube, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Ramping Up to 5-Axis Programming - consider using integrated CAM solution, transition with training, master concepts of 4-axis, transition with 3+2 positioning, shorter tools, machine simulation,Al Depoalo, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Successful, Profitable Mold Design - challenges include: dealing with wide variety of file formats, organization of geometry within design system, missing customizable component libraries, Adam Rose, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Rebuilding Workgroup PDM Vault Metadata - log into VaultAdmin, go to Vault settings tab, hit 'locked' button under Vault lock, select rebuild now options in Vault management tab, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

VBMsgeBoxResult - use SolidWorks API class to declare variable as VbMsgBoxResult enumerator, set variable equal to value returned by MsgBox, Jeff Sweeney, 3D Vision Technologies, May 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

PowerSurfacing from IntegrityWare - SolidWorks add-in to extend surfacing capabilities, easy UI, but icons without labels in CommandManager, more live demo parts needed, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Scia Engineer Review - complex, full featured structural analysis, design solution, stores all data in single file, impressive drawing environment, bi-directional BIM link to other software, John Evans, CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013 (more AEC articles)

SIMULIA Shines the Spotlight on Topology Optimization - Dassault acquires FE-DESIGN Group, releases TOSCA-based Abaqus ATOM, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, May 8, 2013 (more Abaqus articles, engineering analysis articles)

5 Essential Functions of 3D ACIS Modeler - creating, modifying, querying, managing, verifying, healing 3D models, Developer 2 Developer, Spatial.com, May 8, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Contextualizing Presentation Drawings - adjust elevation to show uncut surfaces, sun shadows, create radial gradient fill in background to illustrate sky effect using ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 9, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Link Element Height to Stories - automatically adjusts height of linked elements as story position changes, locates inverted elements, defines base elevation using ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, May 9, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Jigging AutoCAD Geometry in an Arbitrary UCS Using JavaScript - use Acad.Editor.CurrentViewport.ucsToWorld to transform picked center-point of circle into WCS in AutoCAD, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 8, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

How to Report Pipe as Meters Instead of Millimeters in Report Creator - use report creator to set up calculated fields, change basic layout, font, colors, filter/group data in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 8, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

A Collection of Hot Inventor Tips - understanding intricacies involved in work point, hole commands, level of details, blank slate templates, model complexities, detail attachment, text balloons, Mark Flayler, AUGI Library, May 8, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Controlling the Visibility of Multiple Sketches on an Autodesk Inventor Drawing - right click on sketch in browser, uncheck visibility option, control sketches individually, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 8, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Material Editor Enhancements in Revit 2014 - consolidated dialog box for material editor, material browser, ability to sort, assign and organize materials by class, show/hide library button in project material pane, Shruti Harve, Ideate, May 8, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Copy and Paste API Applications and Modeless Assertion - solving non-unique unique ID problem, managing materials in Adsklib, transferring groups between projects using Revit API, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 8, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Upgrade Revit Families and Files to 2014 Quick and Easy - check readme file in utilities folder that contains instructions for using ContentBatchUtility folder in Revit, Todd Shackelford, CAD Shack, May 8, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Create a Groin Vault Roof in Revit - create extrusion roof using half-round arc, draw another roof at 90 degree, use join roof command to connect them together using Revit 2014, Paul Aubin, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Lenovo ThinkPad W530 - Intel Core i7 quad-core CPU, NVIDIA Quadro K2000M GPU, island-style keyboard, full HD 15.6" backlit LED display, color-coded USB ports, impressive all round mobile workstation for mainstream CAD, Greg Corke, AEC Magazine, May 8, 2013 (more laptop reviews)

AMD FirePro R5000 GPU - professional 3D graphics card with built-in Teradici PC-over-IP technology, includes 2 mini DisplayPorts to drive monitors directly, Greg Corke, AEC Magazine, May 8, 2013 (more graphics card reviews)

Conduct a CAD Management Audit - perform audit in areas like CAD software use, licensing, standards, training, support, budgeting to adjust strategies while reducing costs, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May 8, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Think More, Work Less - examine situation methodically, think about task requirements, revise approach, methods, keep backup to attain success as CAD manager, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May 8, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Thumbnails: A Picture is Worth a 1,000 Words - set SolidWorks system options to show thumbnail graphics in Windows Explorer, medium or large icons for pictures, John Van Engen, CATI Tech Notes, May 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Simulation Tech Tip: The Impact-Test Cookbook - determine solution time, time-varying properties for non-linear, time-dependent case using SolidWorks Simulation, Keith Pedersen, CAPUniversity, May 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Two Handy Assembly Mouse Shortcuts - get another instance of SolidWorks part without having to find it with 'insert part' feature, drag underdefined component with right mouse button to rotate part, John Setzer, SolidNotes, May 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 14 - turn off flexible subs to lessen extra calculations, minimize need of top level mates while structuring assemblies in SolidWorks, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Lenovo C30 Workstation and NVIDIA's New Kepler-Generation Quadro K5000 and K4000 GPUs - small form factor dual-socket workstation with 16 GB DDR3 RAM, base price of $1,169, Quadro K4000 delivers 64% better price-performance than higher-priced K5000, Alex Herrera, Graphic Speak, May 7, 2013 (more Lenovo workstation reviews, graphic cards reviews, NVIDIA articles)

Top Five CAD Collaboration Fails - CAD software past its prime, too many presentation tools, endless cycle of file conversion, transfer, bad version control, communication breakdown, Andrew Divencenzo, GrabCAD, May 7, 2013 (more collaboration articles)

Zuken: Making the Machines That Make the Screens - friendly interface, object-oriented nature of E3.series helps combine electrical, pneumatic diagrams, communicates design intent, Jason Brett, CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

3D Printing Made Easy - parts should be printed for 3 reasons: to check for fit, to actually use, to sell idea or use as demo part, Elise Moss, CADdigest.com, May 7, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Getting to Know the VDF - composed of 4 DLLs with each DLL library object containing set of static methods, includes set of currency objects, supports complex Vault workflows, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, May 7, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Layers, I Do Like Me Some Vectorworks Layers - show, snap, hide, gray layers while designing sheets, add basic sheet layers including plan, sections, light plot, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, May 7, 2013  (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Automatic Model-Based Junctions - check ability to configure all construction elements, priority-based connections, improved dimensioning of structural components in ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, May 8, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

BIM for MFG - Open Revit Files in Inventor 2014 - select. RVT file, insert view, choose single composite feature or multi-body part to open feature quickly than multi-body solid, Clinton Brown, CADline, May 8, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Model Reference & Replace - save as both files, change model reference, click manage tab to obtain different version of drawing model with different filename in Inventor, Chris Turner, CADline, May 7, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

A Simpler Dockable Panel Sample - register panel in zero document state before it gets displayed, check commands in dockable panel once project is activated in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Structural Analysis SDK - First look - develop code to check model using .NET languages, check supporting material, allow VSCodeChecking add-in to update DLL references path in Revit, Augusto Goncalves, AEC DevBlog, May 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Calculate the Model Coordinates of Objects in a Linked/Imported DWG - use ImportInstance.Geomtry property to obtain object’ coordinates in Revit, Joe Ye, AEC DevBlog, May 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

New Schedule Functionality in Revit 2014 - use schedule title to support text input, formatting, represent tag symbols, content previews, merge title, header cells, schedule categories, Ron Palma, Ideate, May 7, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Simulation Workshop, Pt 1 - 'Coupled Eulerian Lagrangian' technique for solving multi-physics scenario featuring moving parts, non-linear response of flexible component to fluid dynamic, Laurence Marks, DEVELOP 3D, May 7, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

Two FEs, One Result: Low-Cost, Beam-Based FE Rises to Challenge - model of generator power-takeoff test stand analyzed in SolidWorks Simulation, GBW32 V5.0 software yielded same results, Greg Moneta & Erik Luczak, Machine Design, Apr 26, 2013 (more FEA articles)

Big-Picture Simulation is a Matter of Perspective - simulating whole system with all its moving parts, complicated physics to solve real-world engineering problems, David Vaughn, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

More Detail on the GW3D Blend - exploring blend feature in Surfacing add-on for SolidWorks, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Trouble with the Curve: Not Anymore - How to Drive Your SolidWorks Assembly Pattern with a Curve - use curve driven pattern to outline hole, feature driven component command to pattern sub-assembly in SolidWorks, Brian VanderPloeg, Fisher/Unitech, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Strengthening Ribs in Sheetmetal - create rib tool as separate body in file, invoke indent command to form indentation, delete rib tool body before adding fillets using SolidWorks, Randy Simmons, 3DVision Technologies, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Getting Started with Surfaces  - understanding surface modeling, solids vs surfaces, typical workflow of complex modeling task in SolidWorks, Alan Sweetenham, YouTube, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Smarter EPDM Drop Lists Using SQL - populate drop lists based on SQL query results, provide users list of qualified suppliers from purchasing database, use PigeonHole to access more than one variable, Jeff Sweeney, 3D Vision Technologies, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Workgroup Viewer Error - Trusted Sights - select security tab in internet options, choose trusted sites, add PDMWorks workgroup viewer URL to list of trusted websites, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Basic Tutorial, Pt 2  - understanding elements to workgroup PDM setup, installing PDMSERVER to create fresh vault data folder on server, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Basic Tutorial, Pt 4  - explores user-configuration options, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Vendors Try to 'Rightsize' PLM for Smaller Businesses - 5 forces driving PLM market, making technology more SMB-friendly, addressing PLM's overhead issue, Beth Stackpole, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more PLM articles)

ANSYS Beats Some Expectations, Lowers Others - total GAAP revenue was $198 million, up 7%, lease business grew 6% on non-GAAP basis, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, May 6, 2013 (more ANSYS articles)

Extrusions Dynamic Editing - apply different edit modes available in extrusion menu to dynamically edit path in ArchiCAD, Mark Horrocks, Cadimage, May 7, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Starting an Architecture Firm: Let's Discuss Software and Hardware Costs - choose right combination of office space, affordable computer/laptop, printer with worthy configuration, but don't compromise while selecting BIM software, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, May 5, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Create New Toolbars - invoke CUI command, double-click on pull-down toolbar menu to make toolbars visible, select, rename new toolbar, create new command in AutoCAD, Maria Tzanetakou, Cadalyst, May 6, 2013 (more AutoCAD customization tutorials)

Creating Keyboard Shortcuts in AutoCAD Electrical - use 'command aliases' command to locate, edit files, hover over icon to view full command name, or create backup of acad.pgp file, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, May 6, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Copying Objects from One 3ds Max Scene to Another Using 'Copitor' - free script reduces need to merge objects between scenes, dealing with complex scenes easily, Chandan Kumar, Cgtuts+, May 6, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

Complementing AutoCAD's JavaScript API Using .NET - use drawCircle() function to draw circle with center, radius, implement clearCircle() function to remove transient graphics, dispose circle object in AutoCAD, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 6, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Absolute Coordinates - override coordinate input setting when needed, or set DYNPICOORDS to 1 to adjust setting to absolute by default in AutoCAD, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, May 6, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Migrating Templates to Autodesk Inventor 2014 Using Task Scheduler - select 'migrate files' option after opening task scheduler, configure migration settings, start file migration by closing migration options, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 6, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Automatic Pan and Zoom and Import/Export Query - review/edit figure using 'pan and zoom' option, right-click on survey queries in survey toolspace tab to view export query option in Civil 3D 2014, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, May 6, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Using Parts in Autodesk Revit - use model-based delivery to convert system families into parts, create part from any layered assembly, modify/divide part into sub-parts, conduct phasing of parts, Bill Knittle, Synergis, May 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

My Cloud-Based 2D Editor Implementation and Status - use server-side scripting, CouchDB NoSQL database to move JavaScript, SVG handling to cloud-based data repository component in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Moving Stuff Around in Dynamo: Transforms, Lists and Making Real Revit Elements - moving abstract geometry inside dynamo, utilize abstract line to maintain relationship with dynamo graph, 'map and combine' functionality, Zach Kron, BUILDZ, May 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Batch Upgrade Utility - run upgrade_RFA.bat to create file list to upgrade, drag Upgrade_RFA.txt onto Revit icon to launch utility, delete backup files once upgraded, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, May 6, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dominant Elements in Concrete Joins - use UnJoin geometry tool to manually alter join behavior rules existing between elements in Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, May 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

CAD Wars Erupt in China and Russia, Pt 2 - new geometry kernel RGK by Russian government faces competition with 17-years old, privately-funded C3D kernel by ASCON, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, May 7, 2013 (more CAD industry articles, MCAD articles)

CAD Leaders Face China Threat, Pt 2: Does GstarCAD Have a Chance? - GstarCAD8 launched with fanfare, but privately funded company with only 400 employees might not be able to compete with current CAD industry leaders, CAD Insider, May 6, 2013 (CAD industry articles, Autodesk articles)

The Costs of the Cloud - primary benefits of outsourcing high-performance computing, challenges involve evolving costing/pricing model, submission model, moving data in, out of cloud, security, regulatory compliance, Frank Ohlhorst, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more cloud articles)

GrabCAD Workbench Beta: Browser-Based Project Management and Collaboration App - no installation, download, or thin client needed, has robust support for common 3D file formats, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, May 6, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Sunglass.io Updates Collaboration Platform, Announces $20 PDM - free version includes viewing, versioning, check-in/out, project functionality, US$20/user/month version adds support, ability to host private projects, Josh Mings, SolidSmack, May 3, 2013 (more CAD development articles, cloud articles)

Manually Updating Toolbox for SolidWorks 2013 - maintain copy of existing 2012 toolbox as backup, ensure write accessibility of file, use UpdateBrowserData.exe utility to update SWBrowser.mdb file, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks Toolbox tutorials)

Enterprise PDM Tips and Tricks - understanding implementation settings, data routing approaches, linking ECOs with CAD data, optional interfaces, PDM add-ins, custom apps, Lou Gallo, SolidWorks:HEARD, May 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

SolidWorks Freeform Feature - use tool to create desired shapes by manipulating control curve in SolidWorks, Ian Jutras, YouTube, May 6, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Basic Tutorial - understanding use of Vault admin tool for installing, configuring workgroup PDM, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 13 - remove excess detail from parts, assemblies once downloaded, combine solid bodies to attain detail free vendor part, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Review: GeometryWorks 3D - Surfacing Add-On for SolidWorks - adds 2 toolbars, 2 menus, for $1000, it has specialized tools like revolve, wrap/tube, blend/multiblend, conic surface, project surface, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 6, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Why Jon Hirschtick Loves CAD - SolidWorks founder says nothing definite of Belmont Technology plans but drops hints, Evan Yares, 3D CAD World, May 3, 2013 (more CAD development articles)

Hidden Gems in Solid Edge - document name formula, round selection options, Synchronous assemblies, Synchronous sketches, PMI visibility control, sketch relationship capture, Matt Lombard, On the Edge, May 5, 2013 (more Solid Edge articles)

Is Product Data Management Overkill for Small Design Teams?  - industry experts Jim Brown, Chad Jackson debate over need of PDM tools in small design teams, Engineering.com, May 2013 (more PDM articles)

Sheet Metal Enhancements in Creo Parametric 2.0 - restructured sheet metal tools into ribbon style interface with tabs, flat pattern preview, sketched form commands, Christina Zachry, ASCENT Blog, May 3, 2013 (more Pro/E reviews)

AutoCAD Stacked and Baseline Dimensions - invoke DDEDIT command to select dimension, edit text, add text below dimension value by entering \X, or use DIMBASELINE command, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, May 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD dimensioning tutorials)

About Exchange App Installer Automatic Localization - understanding Autoloader PackageContents.xml localization, Exchange App installer localization, Your App localization in AutoCAD, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Autoloader and Localization - use autoloader mechanism when application is multi-language, PackageContents to ensure only correct DLL is loaded on each system, check SupportedLocales markup using AutoCAD, Augusto Goncalves, AutoCAD DevBlog, May 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

AutoCAD's Floating Command Line - click on command prompt to access recently used commands, select options, dock line to its old position by dragging it to screen bottom, John Flanagan, CADline, May 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Civil 3D Purge StyleW - use purge styles command to remove unused styles in Civil 3D, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 3, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

COBie and Autodesk Revit - understanding COBie workbook, facility, floor, spaces worksheet, relation with Revit to generate data, enhance building models, Brian Renehan, BIM Fix Blog, May 5, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Inventor 2014 Frame Generator - New Features and Old Bugs - check filter in/out center lines, construction lines added in FG toolset, redesign frame sketch/FG members start plane to fix length errors, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, May 6, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Adding Multiple Components in iAssembly Table in Batch Mode - convert assembly to iAssembly, click 'edit member scope' in author section of manage tab, click exclude after selecting multiple components, Alessandro Gasso, Being Inventive, May 3, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Advanced Poly Modeling - Tassimo T-65 Home Brewing Station, Pt 4 - undertake series of complex cuts to create holes for spout, screws, LED lights using 3D Studio Max, Ben Tate, Cgtuts+, Mar 26, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

Advanced Poly Modeling - Tassimo T-65 Home Brewing Station, Pt 5 - create inner, outer cylindrical piece, grating detail of cup stand portion of machine using 3D Studio Max, Ben Tate, Cgtuts+, May 3, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

Bring Inventor or Revit to Life - use 3ds Max design 2014 to animate people into scenes, create rendered videos, employ Inventor/Revit workflows to make imports effortless, David Gate, CADline, May 3, 2013 (more Autodesk articles, 3ds Max tutorials)

GrabCAD Workbench: First Experiments - use viewer to access SolidWorks assembly, collaborate by sharing files, insert pins, comments, lacks basic security between parts, assemblies, Oleg Shilovitsky, Beyond PLM, May 3, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

MyCADBox - shares CAD models, syncs STEP, IGES files between PC, iPad, but lacks measure, explode, section, comment features with no direct upload access, Thomas Rambach, CADToolbox.com, May 4, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

What's in a Report? - include everything in clash groups to better find constructability issues, follow strict structure with codes, use content pane to customize specific information for Navisworks clash detection report, Michael Smith, AUGI Library, May 3, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Dancing on the Ceiling in Navisworks - right-click in Navisworks main view, select ‘set viewpoint up’ located in viewpoint tab to adjust up direction in Navisworks, Lee Mullin, Beyond Design, May 3, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

6 Cool Ways to 3D Print Yourself - Cubify 3DMe printing service, Fabcafe Shibuya Tokyo Shop, 'D-Tech me' offering for girls, Shapeways pop up shop, Chris McAndrew, 3DEngr.com, May 2013  (more rapid prototyping articles)

Best Practice for 3D Printing Parts - use STL orientation feature, choose interior of models, select support fill, Chris Garceau, CAPUniversity, May 3, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Magnetic Lines - sketch magnetic line, insert balloons to snap them to line, drag arrow on either sides of magnetic line to lengthen line, scale item balloon spacing in SolidWorks, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, May 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

FeatureManager Design Tree Favorites Folder - organize specific features in design, add features to 'favorites' folder allowing team members locate exact features using SolidWorks 2013, Judy Marlo, CATI Tech Notes, May 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Post-Processing Refined - SolidWorks Simulation 2013 - run transient study, use 'show plot only on selected entities' option, render shell thickness option to make viewing intuitive, Dae Kim, The HRS Blog, May 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Use SolidWorks Rx - use Rx tool to analyze system, suggest solutions, capture data for tackling diagnose problems in SolidWorks, Adam Rose, YouTube, May 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Adding a Viewer to EPDM - access group or user settings, add viewer, mention file extension(s) to be associated with viewer, enter full path to viewer application, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Get to Know the New GrabCAD Measuring Tools - measuring length or radius of edge, distance between faces, angle between faces, approximate distance between points, GrabCAD, May 2, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Intersecting Multiple Pipes - model smooth intersection between multiple pipe surfaces in Rhino 5, Brian James, Vimeo, May 2, 2013 (more Rhino tutorials)

3D Printing 101, Pt 4: Software - 3D modeling for 3D printing, slicing 3D model into g-code, hosting app to make print, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, May 1, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles, CAM articles)

Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 2 - maintaining layout books, publisher sets, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, May 2, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

CAD Collaboration - Are You Taking the Best Path? - opt CAD software that allows file conversions without loss of fidelity, ensure security of files, strong access control before sharing them in cloud, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, May 2, 2013 (more collaboration articles cloud articles)

Autodesk Faces a China Threat, Pt 1 - GstarCAD may be part of Chinese challenge to CAD current CAD industry leaders, CAD Insider, May 2, 2013 (CAD industry articles, Autodesk articles)

Jigging an AutoCAD Circle Using JavaScript - use EntityJig to define jig for single object, invoke CIRCLE command to pick current layer, linetype when it creates final circle in AutoCAD, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

How to Install AutoCAD 2014 Without Autodesk 360 - copy installation media in hard drive, open setup.ini file to delete ADSYNC, remove ACADSKETCHUPIMPORT to avoid installing SketchUp import plug-in, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, May 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Use DrawingPrintManager from C++ - using DrawingPrintManager object to print active drawing document in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, May 2, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Using DWGs for Sketches in Inventor Professional 2013  - using 2D object data from pre-existing DWG created in AutoCAD to form 3D solid parts in Inventor, YouTube, May 1, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 SDK and Visual Debugging Tools - use export gbXML command to check inconsistencies with room, hall volumes, alternately use gbXML2dwfx.exe utility of Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Civil Structures Add-in for Autodesk Revit 2014 - define parameters, geometry of bridge, import road profile from LandXML file, use bridge modeling Revit extensions to create bridges, Tim Grimm, Revit Add-ons, May 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Convert Section View to Drafting View - workaround is using Document.Export() method to export view to dwg file, Document.Import() method to import dwg file to drafting view area in Revit, Joe Ye, AEC DevBlog, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Create a Simple Macro in Revit 2014 - open macro manager to create macro, check SharpDevelop open-source tool, show TaskDialog, compile build, run macro, Harry Mattison, YouTube, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 Electrical Power Lighting Wiring and Circuits - understanding wiring, circuits, system browser using Revit 2014, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Lost in Simulation - standardizing process to manage expanding database of simulation result files, Kenneth Wong, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

Dynamic Analysis - understanding natural frequencies, associated mode shapes, time-based, frequency-based solutions, Tony Abbey, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more FEA articles)

NVIDIA GRID VCA - visual computing appliance can turn any device into powerful virtual 3D workstation, targets small and medium business, 2 models available: base, max systems, DEVELOP 3D, May 2, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles, CAD hardware articles)

NVIDIA GTC 2013 - GRID visual computing device launched, CEO Jen-Hsun Huang's keynote on remote graphics, SolidWorks presentation, customers shared experiences with GPU-based workflows, Greg Corke, DEVELOP 3D, May 2, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles, CAD hardware articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 12 - adjust display state, configuration for part/assembly, use faster hardware to enjoy real view appearance, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 2, 2013(more SolidWorks articles)

Link Cut-List Properties to Custom Properties at Part Level - select note, run macro, type property name, copy contents of note into property when macro rebuilds in SolidWorks, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, May 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Learn More About SolidWorks Using the Built-in Tutorials - check SolidWorks tutorials to learn un-used tools, click button located next to tutorial text to highlight SolidWorks interface, Duncan Crofts, SolidWorks Blog, May 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Basic Tutorial - understanding ways to install Workgroup PDM, configure users, assist users access vault to check in/out documents, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Comparison of Cloud-Based CAD Collaboration Services: TeamPlatform vs Autodesk 360 -  TeamPlatform provides far more benefits, being project-oriented product, with exquisite collaboration tools, ability to handle variety of 3D CAD formats, Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, May 2, 2013 (more cloud articles, Autodesk 360 articles)

GRAITEC Advance Steel Does Stairs - industrial stairs with landings, railing, spiral stairs easy to create, Jeffrey Heimgartner, CADdigest.com, May 1, 2013 (more civil engineering articles)

Graphics Cards for CAD: PTC Creo 2.0 & SolidWorks 2013 - AMD FirePro W-Series, NVIDIA Quadro K series cards were tested; AMD gains edge in price/performance, Greg Corke, Develop 3D, Apr 30, 2013 (more graphic cards reviews, NVIDIA articles)

How to Create iPhone and iPad Apps Using 3DVIA - choose app design, add media, enter 5 email addresses, install 3DVIA mobile to view 3D model created using HTML5, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, May 1, 2013 (more 3DVIA articles)

Lagoa Offers Cloud Based Collaborative 3D Rendering - collaborative platform for creating, visualizing in 3D using web browser, uses Amazon Web Services, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, May 1, 2013 (more CAD development articles, cloud articles)

MCAD Beginner Reviews IronCAD 2013 - modern interface, lack of jargon make IronCAD surprisingly easy to learn, good bet for those considering 1st MCAD program, Rakesh Rao & Sanjay Jamalpur, CADdigest.com, May 2, 2013 (more IronCAD reviews)

GDL Error Handling 1 - When Good Scripts Turn Bad - restrict range of allowed input values to avoid errors related to bookshelf in ArchiCAD, Andrew Watson, Cadimage, May 2, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Will Machinists Capitalize on the PMI Opportunity? - product manufacturing information can be used to automate selection of tools, definition of feeds, speeds of NC toolpaths, increase machine utilization, Chad Jackson, Siemens PLM Software Community, Apr 2013 (more CAM articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Review: Improving Your Design Workflow - enhanced command line tool supports autocorrect, mid-string search, better file management, cloud-based connectivity with new ReCap application to create point cloud project file, David Cohn, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD reviews)

Autodesk Software Deployments 101 - consider need to create software deployments, create it following deployment dialog, manage software deployment folder, modify shortcuts, INI files, Pete Markovic, Cadalyst, Apr 29, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

iLogic - Scale Entire Inventor Part - keep all parameter relationships functioning in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, May 1, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

AutoCAD 2013 - Polylines and Grip Controls - hover over center grips to enable 'convert to arc' option, toggle ortho in status bar, mirror polyline about central horizontal axis, John Flanagan, CADline, May 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014: Overview of New and Updated Features - new ReCap software, geo-location, design feed utility with improved security, customizable auto correct features, xref enhancements, updated ARC command, graphics, Bill McKown, Synergis, May 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles) 

Autodesk Navisworks 2014: Measurement Locks - use x-, y-, z-axis, parallel, perpendicular lock options to measure, check distances/areas in Navisworks 2014, Jim Cowan, Ideate, May 1, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Civil 3D Funkiness - exploring tips related to alignment changes, pipe networks, corridors, 2D to 3D, 3D to 2D polylines conversion tricks in Civil 3D, Christopher Fugitt, AUGI Library, May 1, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Subassembly Targets: Having Fun Yet - apply subassembly object to corridor to set target, use BaselineRegion.GetTargets(), BaselineRegion.SetTargets() method of API to access/modify targets in Civil 3D, Isaac Rodriguez, Civilized Development, May 1, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Revit Contour Label Orientation - reverse contour direction for short distances by inserting points of slightly lower height, workaround is to underline label text making them appear obvious, Tim Waldock, RevitCat, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Model Elements on View Worksets - create new 3D view, turn on all visibility/graphic override categories, set discipline to coordination view, hide workset visibility setting in Revit, Ryan Duell, Revit Clinic, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Wall Layer Functions - consider layer function, position, material, thickness, structural material before structuring wall in Revit, Gareth Spencer, CADline, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Scope Box vs Project North - draw scopebox orthogonally to view, rotate selection box, place origin on grid intersection, assign gridlines to scopebox in Revit, Daniel Gijsbers, Daniel on Autodesk AEC Software, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Gross Floor Area of a Mass - select minimum of one mass floor, access such setting by choosing mass element followed by mass floors in contextual tab of ribbon in Revit, James Van, HOK BIM Solutions, May 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

The One About Revit to Real, Pt 2  - send build, generate GCode, raft settings, connect ReplicatorG to Thing-O-Matic for printing roof, David Beach, The Architect's Digital Design Guide, May 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

When 3D is Not Needed - use simulation, analysis tools to build prototype, apply 2D, 3D design to configure CAD models, understanding properties of 0D, 1D, 3D models, Serdar Uckun, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

Create Elements Between Coincident Nodes in Femap - right-click in graphics area to use 'pick query' command, set spring/damper element type to define spring element, set/link co-incident nodes, Alastair Robertson, Cadalyst, Apr 30, 2013 (more Femap articles)

We Can Build Digital Prototypes of Everything: Bass - Autodesk CEO Carl Bass discusses future of 3D printing, Bloomberg TV, April 30, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

It's Not the Jetsons, But It May Be Coming Soon - additive manufacturing getting popular for 3D printing objects, futurists considering concept of 4D printing, Emi Kolawole, Washington Post, Apr 30, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Copy/Paste Sketch Based Features in SolidWorks - click to copy cut extrude feature located in SolidWorks feature manager design tree, paste on flat surface, check orientation feature of model, Brian Reel, CATI Tech Notes, May 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Reuse Letters from Deleted Views - go to drawings in systems options, enable option to reuse view letters from deleted auxiliary, detail, section views in SolidWorks, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, May 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

What's the Story with License Ordering? - go to license order tab in license manager to view listed licenses, turn on simulation addin to check order of SolidWorks licenses, Chris Olson, SolidNotes, May 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Exercising Your Design Studies with SolidWorks Simulation 2013 - add sensors, link parameters to material properties, select constraints for design study, Paul Hagenow, CAPUniversity, May 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Section Properties - locate polar moment of inertia for beam by viewing its section properties in SolidWorks, Solid Professor, May 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Import Temperature Values from Excel Into Femap - select comma-separated analysis format while importing temperature from 'import results from' dialog, pick CSV file spreadsheet, temperature vector to create load definition, Alastair Robertson, Cadalyst, Apr 30, 2013 (more Femap articles)

Alibre Becomes Geomagic Design - 2013 release has consistency of operation, ability to produce high-quality 2D drawings, starts at $199, Evan Yares, 3D CAD World, Apr 24, 2013 (more Alibre articles)

GrabCAD Workbench - manipulate CAD file using in-browser viewer, explode assembly, section view tool with easy slider control, Thomas Rambach, CADToolbox.com, Apr 30, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Customizations and Upgrading Solid Edge - customizing ribbon, location of saved settings in ST5, Cory Goulden, Designfusion Blog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

Move Part of a Cell - moving text from bottom to top in bar scale cell using Stretch Elements command in MicroStation, Bob Mecham, Envision CAD, Apr 30, 2013 (more MicroStation tutorials)

ArchiCAD Template Basics: View Map and Layout Book - setting up project templates for creating template file, default views using sheets in ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, Apr 29, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Creating Mold Bases with NX Expressions - draw different size molds by changing values input to expression, Murat Ugur, CADdigest.com, Apr 29, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Label the Scale of Individual Viewports - specify 2 opposite corners of boundary box using MTEXT command, insert field inside text in AutoCAD, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 30, 2013 (more AutoCAD basics tutorials)

DECO 2014 - design editor for custom objects has grid containing all linked children, view/add/delete links using UI created with DECO, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, Apr 30, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Get and Set Layer and Entity Transparency Using LISP - calculate transparency value for entities using _LAYER command in AutoCAD, Adam Nagy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 30, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Recap 2014 : ReCap's Update Fails Part Way Through - delete files in %temp%, check Windows installer, reboot, delete %temp% files again, type msiexec/update in command line, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Importing 3ds Max Design Cameras Into Showcase 2014  - using FBX technology to import 3ds Max design in Showcase, add depth of field to imported cameras, Marion Landry, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

How to Reverse Your Polyline When Text-Based Linetypes are Upside Down - rotate offending line by 180 degrees, or select line, pick 'convert to polyline' option followed by reverse option in AutoCAD, Brian Benton, CAD-a-Blog, Apr 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Creating Featureline Using COM API - using interop along with IAeccLandFeatureLines:: AddFromPolyline() to create featureline in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Extracting Material Quantities - edit parts list from pressure pipe network contextual tab, assign pay item to part, load pay item file, extract quantity in Civil 3D 2014, Gaurav Bagga, Ideate, Apr 30, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Attach Documentation in Autodesk Inventor - right-click on central green dot of detail boundary to select geometry to be attached, use section view, create sketch command, break out view in Inventor, Mark Flayler, Cadalyst, Apr 30, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Check Geometry Type in C++ - use QueryInterface function, ITypeInfo to obtain type name of object in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

The Inventor Content Center Libraries Install Differently for Vault Server 2014 - open 'install tools & utilities' tab while installing Inventor 2014 content center libraries, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit Architecture Browser Organization - select elevation symbol, type properties, pick duplicate button, rename symbol to create separate external/internal elevations category, James Philip, CADline, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Transactions, Sub-Transactions and Transaction Groups - understanding transaction group vs transaction with sub-transactions, make modifications in transaction phase, control modifications in sub-transaction phase of Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

User Interface and Selection Updates - use enhanced docking palettes to save screen space, combined material browser, material editor feature, sketch callout using non-rectangular crop regions in Revit 2014, Martha Hollowell, ASCENT Blog, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Enhanced Analytical Model in Autodesk Revit 2014  - provides better visibility, greater control over analytical model, helps solve round-tripping issues between Revit, structural analysis software, BIM and Beam, Apr 30, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints - adjust image quality setting at assembly level, propagate setting in sub-assemblies, part components, increase RAM to process image faster, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

SolidWorks Electrical: Working with Cabinet Layout Dimensions - open part properties window to adjust dimensions values of XYZ directions, cable duct, rail, Delvin Masilamani, Javelin Technologies, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

CAD Wars Erupt in China and Russia - Chinese CAD vendors ZWSOFT, Gstarsoft in open competition for world market, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Apr 30, 2013 (more ZWCAD articles, CAD industry articles)

Gstarsoft Launches New CAD Platform, Seeks to Expand Global Reach - GstarCAD8 with enhanced UI, modular architecture, new command-management mechanism, smart graphic partition, self-adaptive data model, priced at $499/$599 for standard/pro editions, Cyrena Respini-Irwin, Cadalyst, Apr 29, 2013 (more CAD industry articles)

Workstation Review: HP Z1 All-In-One Workstation - impressive screen quality, adjustable webcam, WiFi, crisp, bright screen but is heavy with dull I/O ports access on back, price starts from US$ 1899, Josh Mings, SolidSmack, Apr 26, 2013 (more HP workstation reviews)

Set Sun and Sky in Camera View - turn on sun status, adjust 'sky background and illumination' option to add light, define camera settings located in AutoCAD view manager, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Apr 29, 2013 (more AutoCAD 3D tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 Xref Enhancements - xref layers are displayed in ribbon allowing visibility control checks, double-click on type column to adjust xref attachment type in AutoCAD 2014, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 29, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Identifying System Variable Differences - use SYSVDLG command to edit values saved in system variable, export system variable to SVF file for comparing AutoCAD drawings, HowToAutoCAD.com, Feb 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD drawing tutorials)

Using the New Depth of Field Setting in Autodesk Showcase 2014 - click 'show more control' under lens effects to make depth of field property visible, adjust camera properties to control scene focus, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 28, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Inventor - Cast & Machined Part Drawing View - use derive method to produce assembly cut features, associative sketch, or use assembly features to create cast part file, Luke Davenport, CADline, Apr 29, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

How to Deform Edges in 3ds Max Using the Free 'Deformed Edges' Script - deform contour edges of any editable poly object without adding subdivision or sculpt mesh, Chandan Kumar, YouTube, Apr 29, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

What's New in the Revit 2014 API - improved Document.Save(), OpenOptions, FilteredElementCollector functions, geometry, material APIs with UI customizations, worksharing enhancements, IFC API changes, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Walk-Through Study - creating walls using 'wall by face,' adding doors, windows, decks, railings from focus area, setting fly-in animation sequence, Jay Holland, BIM Aficionado, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Drag Listening Dimensions - move blue dotted witness line, drag it to preferred reference in order to adjust listening dimension in Revit, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Productivity Boosters for Everyday Work - understanding basic Revit structure tips related to brace frames, temporary dimensions, aligned dimensions, beams, HTC utility, Brian Mackey, AUGI Library, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

New Elevation Line Functionality in Revit 2014 - select elevation line, choose split segments tool from ribbon, adjust split segment to desired location in Revit, Ron Palma, Ideate, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Mess Up a Revit Plan View - Fat Chance - understanding problem with plan view for associated levels, incorrect elevation, re-create tags, dimensions to fix issue, David Butts, The MEP BIM Engineer, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dynamo WIP Update - apply new 'watch 3D' node to visualize geometry, enhance UI browsability, scalability in Revit, Zach Kron, BUILDZ, Apr 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Structure 2014 - Analytical Nodes - use read only property of node to check connection status, filters to identify issues with Revit model, YouTube, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Errors in Your SolidWorks Title Block - go to view menu, de-select 'annotation link errors' option to make SolidWorks drawings error free, Phil Whitaker, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SW Productivity: The On/Off Switch for the Shortcut Bar - linking/unlinking shortcut bar to command search in SolidWorks, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 29, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Fill External Cavities with Discrete Bodies Using the Intersect Tool - using intersect command to fill external cavities in SolidWorks model, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Sunglass Revision Management - format specific feature used in CAD platforms to keep track of design changes, covers SolidWorks plug-in workflow, web viewer experience, Lou Gallo, SolidWorks:HEARD, Apr 28, 2013 (more CAD development articles, cloud articles)

ESI Falters, Costs Outpace Revenue at Year End - total revenue up 16%, license revenue up 13%, share price plunged by 17%, pre-tax profit declined by 1.3% in 2013, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, Apr 26, 2013 (more CFD articles)

Vault Professional: Buzzsaw - Go Get Yours - one Buzzsaw login available per seat of Vault Professional, check Buzzsaw Standard/Professional features before upgrading, Scott Moyse, Design and Motion, Apr 26, 2013 (more Autodesk Buzzsaw articles, Autodesk Vault articles)

Report Items By Line Number in Plant 3D - group report by PipeRunComponent_LineNumberTag, add class property to ‘piping and equipment’ that obtain line group tag in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Dave Wolfe, Process Design from the Outside, Apr 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Migrating Specs and Catalogs in Plant 3D - store modified catalog in shared content location, launch migration function, select migrate, specify specs/catalog, content folder in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Dave Wolfe, Process Design from the Outside, Apr 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Modifying the Pipe Gap in Plant 3D 2014 - open orthosymbolstyles.dwg, type BEDIT in command line, select PlantPipeGap block of drawing to obtain required gap in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Dave Wolfe, Process Design from the Outside, Apr 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Introduction to Managed VB.NET Code for AutoCAD - understanding COM that sets standard of interaction of programs, its limitations, NETLOAD command, managed code, HowToAutoCAD.com, Apr 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Illuminance - Learning About Lighting/Daylighting Analysis - understanding rendering capabilities of Autodesk 360, illuminance vs luminance, role of illuminance in lighting, daylighting design, David Scheer, Building Performance Analysis, Apr 28, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

AutoCAD 2014: Layers and Xrefs  - using layer manager merge option to select layers from layer list, merge objects from layers onto different layer, Heidi Hewett, YouTube, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Inventor 2014 VBA Editor Tool Not Working - close Inventor or other programs, locate VBA7.msi inside Autodesk folder, right-click to start installation of VBA editor, David Gate, CADline, Apr 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Get BrowserNode of an Occurrence - code to find appropriate BrowserNode object in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

What's New in Revit MEP 2014: Cap Open Ends - use functionality to add cap(s) on open end of pipe, duct content, employ routing preferences to select cap, Bill Johnson, Ideate, Apr 26, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit: Central File Archiving - Recovery Options - create local copy of central file to be used as backup, use model to promote new central files, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 26, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit's Most Hidden Commands - explores divided path vs divided surface node visibility commands, using computation height property to calculate room area in Revit, Tim Waldock, Revit Cat, Apr 27, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Compiling the Revit 2014 SDK - use Revit API DLLs path updater, set PointCurveCreation office reference with Excel, modify RvtSamples.txt to fix add-in issues, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 26, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Adaptive Component: Practical Archetypes - Curved Glass Curtain Walls - obtain adaptive points on plane, host arcs on reference plane, use 'profile and sweep' method to follow arc, set vertical mullion rotation parameter, para-analytics, Mar 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

SolidWorks Explorer - use procedure to update part references while changing name, location of file in SolidWorks, Brian Adika, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Using SolidWorks Sub-Weldments - create weldment, update cut-list, press ctrl to select bodies that would form sub-weldment in SolidWorks, Randy Simmons, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Borrowing Licenses in E3 Wireworks - set borrow period by launching LMTOOLS, renew borrowing plan, return license to original state once SolidWorks Electrical borrow period ends, Delvin Masilamani, Javelin Technologies, Apr 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Simple Rotate Animation in SolidWorks  - create rotating animation using SolidWorks animation wizard, Matt Campbell, YouTube, Apr 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Using CircuitWorks in SolidWorks  - leveraging ECAD data inside SolidWorks with CircuitWorks add-in, Alex Aprigliano, YouTube, Apr 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Do More with the Toolbox - Grooves and Cams  - creating grooves, cams in SolidWorks, Adam Rose, YouTube, Apr 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Canon Continues to Court CAD Market - wide-format multifunction printers include scanner, 22" touchscreen monitor, onboard PC, stand, integrated software, optimized for AutoCAD, more affordable, Nancy Spurling Johnson, Cadalyst, Apr 25, 2013 (more large format printer reviews)

DS Reports Ok Q1, Adds FE-Design & Archivideo - software revenue was up 6% y/y, acquires FE-Design Group for non-parametric structural, fluid design optimization, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, Apr 25, 2013 (more CATIA articles, MCAD articles)

Dassault Systemes Snatches Up FE-Design, Gets Into the Optimization Craze - acquired TOSCA products to remain compatible with rival products, target classic manufacturing segments, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, Apr 25, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 1 - add, click 'section marker' in plan to view particular section of sheet, enable back references on placed drawing to check worksheets details, suffers zooming limitations, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, Apr 25, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Creating a New Project - select, create company template rather than using option 'use latest project setting' to avoid current file errors in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, Apr 26, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Bentley Systems Announces Plans to Leverage the Cloud for Multi-Disciplinary Analytics - most of products to be integrated with new cloud-based optimizer to help automate simulation of multiple scenarios in real time, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, Apr 25, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Quick Tip: Get Your Layout Tabs Back - right-click on dark icon located right to model in status bar, select 'display layout and model tabs' to hide tabs in AutoCAD, Michael Beall, AUGI Library, Apr 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD 2014 Fit & Finish Enhancements - F3 items include: layer, xref manager, DIMCONTINUEMODE, CONVERTPSTYLES commands, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, Apr 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Autodesk Recap - Free Point Cloud Tool - use Autodesk tool to merge several scans together, measure, visualize point cloud groups, Clinton Brown, CADline, Apr 25, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Error: AutodeskInstallNow.exe Entry Point Not Found - place dll file in multiple locations making Windows to search it in diverse paths set in environment, rename file once found, David Lau, Up and Ready, Apr 25, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Creating a Civil 3D Corridor Object Using .NET API - target existing ground surface by locating TargetType for each SubassemblyTargetInfo object, set TargetIds to SurfaceIds, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 25, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Creating Alignments with the .NET API - understanding code to generate alignment from polyline using AlignmentNameExists() in Civil 3D, Christopher Fugitt, Civil 3D Reminders, Apr 25, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Room and Furniture Loops Using Symbols - use enhanced Revit database structure to include DbSymbol class, model, level, symbol data, integer based 2D placement, GeoSnoop display, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Server 2014 - What's New - new version provides Windows server 2012 support, GUID preservation, low-disk space warning, Derek Wielkopolski, Ideate, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit articles)

How to Build Your Own Roof Truss Families - understanding benefits of creating own custom roof truss families in Revit, Bill Knittle, YouTube, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit - Resetting Instance Parameter Values to Defaults - initiate add process, place instance parameter using type selector located at top of properties palette in Revit, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Tip on Variable Wall Heights and Revit Groups - maintain walls in Revit groups as unconnected with explicit height setting, use ‘attach top’ option to attach wall to slab, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit to Showcase - understanding method of pushing Revit files into showcase, David Beach, YouTube, Apr 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Get Colored Crosshatch in Section View - assign color, line style, line thickness to new layer in SolidWorks, select default crosshatched area on section view, Vic Frauenfeld, SolidNotes, Apr 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Eliminate Non-Matching Internal ID Errors - browse original files to avoid errors, use replace components command within SolidWorks to browse replacement file, enable 're-attach mates' option, Scott Durksen, Javelin Technologies, Apr 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Sketch Tips - changing sketch plane, sketch color, using multiple contours in sketch, Ian Jutras, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#10) - set SolidWorks options to optimal for modeling, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

SolidWorks Coordinate System for CAM - change, create own templates, update standard views icon to set top plane in SolidWorks, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials, CAM articles)

SolidWorks Electrical: Guide to Uninstallation - set up secured environment, follow every removal prompts after starting uninstall program, verify its deletion from program files folder, check registry keys, Delvin Masilamani, Javelin Technologies, Apr 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Lenovo's Sexy Laptop Does CAD - ThinkPad Carbon X1 Touch is light, thin laptop, surprisingly good performer for Inventor, even simulation, only lacking fast rendering, John Evans, CADdigest.com, Apr 22, 2013 (more Lenovo workstation reviews)

Enterprise PDM Tech Tip - Search Card Defaults - setting default search directory, changing default settings for checkboxes, Jenn Pouliot, CAPUniversity, Apr 24, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Five Presentations on Model-Based Development - advantages: faster design revisions, infinite viewpoints, exploded views of assemblies, automated generation, update of drawings, Evan Yares, 3D CAD World, Apr 24, 2013 (more CAD development articles, MCAD articles)

Autodesk's 2014 AEC Portfolio - 3 editions of Autodesk Building Design Suite, AutoCAD Raster Design, Autodesk ReCap are new included products, provides ability to work with laser scans, Lachmi Khemlani, AECbytes, Apr 24, 2013 (more AEC articles, Autodesk articles)

Tristram Carfrae - Engineer with Eye for Aesthetics - keynote speaker at Smart Geometry 2013 talks about design challenges involved in Kurilpa Bridge in Brisbane, Helix Bridge in Singapore, Roopinder Tara, The CAD Insider, Apr 20, 2013 (more AEC articles, civil engineering articles)

AutoCAD 2014 File Tabs - create new drawing, switch between open drawings, drag tabs to determine order, check lock icon/asterisk to indicate file's read only, modification status, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 24, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Important Changes to Drawing Templates in Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 - enhanced features related to drawing, general, pressure network, section, new layers settings in Civil 3D 2014, Tatiana Machado, Being Civil, Apr 24, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Autodesk Vault Office - allows users of non-CAD files, document-centric operators to interact with Vault, access direct Vault interface, Kim Hyde, CADline, Apr 24, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Migrating Styles to Autodesk Inventor 2014 from a Previous Release - copy styles created in Inventor 2013, merge them with libraries installed in newer version so as to integrate any library improvements/changes into new installation, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 23, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Linking Attributes and Table Using DataExtraction API - use EATTEXT command to extract data, display it inside table, DataExtraction API to create table in AutoCAD, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 24, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Stripping Formatting from AutoCAD Tables Pasted from Excel Using .NET - use MText object in code, STF command while selecting tables to remove embedded formatting from cell, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Apr 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

How to Make Stretchable Bones in 3D Studio Max Using the Stretchy Chain Connect Script - using free script, creating small animation, Chandan Kumar, Cgtuts+, Apr 24, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

What's New in Autodesk Navisworks Family of Software 2014, Pt 3 - new measurement tool to determine accurate dimensions, provides better control, locking, quick zoom features, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Apr 23, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

What's New in Autodesk Navisworks Family of Software 2014, Pt 4 - use enhanced point cloud, clash detective enhancements to simulate, manage clashes with file format support, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Apr 24, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

New Clash Detective Functionality in Navisworks 2014 - access simplified button choice to isolate clash, reduces workarounds by checking systems, generating clash reports, saving custom viewpoint, Jim Cowan, Ideate, Apr 24, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Migrating a Built-in Category and Other Things - addresses issues while migrating C# code from Revit 2013 to 2014, storing RGB color values, updating DXF Link, retrieving truss family, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Anchor Point for Revit Equality Dimensions - highlight object to be relocated, move cursor to hidden line, pick anchor symbol, move highlighted objects to relocate objects not anchored, Doug Bowers, Applying Technology to Architecture, Apr 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dealing with Fussy Electrical Circuits - working on workshare projects in Revit, You Tube, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Inventor 2014 BIM Exchange to Revit Family - exporting Revit family from Inventor, You Tube, Apr 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Don't Get Caught in the Tool Worship Trap, Pt 2 - investigate compatibility of software before starting pilot project based on its usability, training time, client requirements, expenses, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Apr 24, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Get Help with Your CAD Management To-Do List - purchase, license computer-based training materials, encourage users to join classes, acquire flexible PDF driver to solve technical issues, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Apr 24, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Multiphysics Moves to the Mainstream - understanding multiphysics simulation that is used to calculate heat flows, analyze, optimize printer designs, role of COMSOL in making HPC affordable for multiphysics simulation, Evan Yares, Design World, Mar 18, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

8 Questions with Mark Landon from Optimal Solutions - talks about limitations of CAD parameterization, restricted use of CFD/FEA, optimization methods, hints use of robust tools, shape matching to overcome issues, John Chawner, Another Fine Mesh, Apr 24, 2013 (more engineering analysis articles)

AVEVA Teases Solid Performance in FY13 - share price up 5%, good outlook for engineering solutions, records appreciable contribution from Bocad, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, Apr 23, 2013 (more CAD industry articles)

DriveWorks Live Examples - A Multi-Form Project - configuring electrical enclosure, DriveWorks Blog, Apr 22, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

CNC 4th Axis Basics: Workholding - ability to stick normal milling vise into 4th axis arrangement, lathe tooling optimized to do workholding along rotating axis, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 23, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Reinventing the Wheel - modeling wheel of radio controlled car in SketchUp Pro, Damian Keeley, SketchUp UR Space, Mar 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

How to Create a Sheet Index - double-click on sheet index located in project indexes tab, assign sheet name, open fields tab to add buttons, subset name in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, Apr 24, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

What's Inside a Spotlight Lighting Device, Pt 1 - assign color, light up fog specified in Renderworks background using Vector works, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, Apr 23, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Tips from the Dork Side - use reference manager to re-path xrefs, design center to import layouts, invoke QSELECT, SPELL, XCLIP commands to perform vital functions in AutoCAD, Melanie Perry, AUGI Library, Apr 23, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Right-Click Customization in AutoCAD - setting right-click mouse button to execute enter or access short cut menus, Lynn Allen, YouTube, Apr 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Adding Removing Baseline Using .NET API - using BaselineCollection class functionality to add/remove baseline objects in Civil 3D, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 22, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Using the Populate Characters from 3ds Max Design in Showcase 2014 - YouTube, Apr 22, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

General Installation: Installing Autodesk Products from Web with Install Now Option - understanding issues related to network ports, slow download, disconnected installation, launch of installer, Avto Chachava, Up and Ready, Apr 19, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Vault 2014 SDK - What's New - use VDF tools to support higher level operations, avail enhanced filestore server, .vcet.config files, persistent IDs, renamed Vault explorer extensions, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, Apr 23, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Call iLogic from .NET - combine Inventor API, iLogic, use iLogicAutomation interface code to dump all rules of current document, execute single rule, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 23, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Display Inventor iProperties as Dual Units - create new rule in part/assembly, paste appropriate iLogic code to create dual units in Inventor, Clinton Brown, CADline, Apr 23, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

iLogic - Yes or No User Input - understanding iLogic rule that checks presence of iProperties code while producing yes/no dialog box in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, Apr 23, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Accessing and Filtering by Ramp Material - obtain ramp material information using RevitLookup snoop under object type in Revit API, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Window or Door Frame Positioning - define alternative reference point, reference plane to maintain flexibility for moving assembly without generating error message in Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Apr 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 Schedules Tips - select column index, headers to apply formatting, populate schedule with elements to view formatting, apply 'schedules title section' to generate generic table, Ryan Duell, Revit Clinic, Apr 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit API - Skipping Unplaced Rooms - use standard filter collector method to group all rooms in project, check area/location property of room before adding them in final 'placed rooms' collection, Rahul Shah, Revit Sticky Notes, Apr 23, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Fixing Leader Shoulder Issues on Tags - forcing leader shoulder of Revit tag so that it anchors to desired location in Revit, Bill Knittle, You Tube, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Custom Section Head Tutorial - creating custom section head without gap in Revit, Sherry Pittman, You Tube, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Custom Views for Drawings - rotate model, press space bar, click 'new view' button to create custom view, add view in list of available views in orientation dialog box in SolidWorks, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, Apr 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Weldments - Steel Storage Rack - model storage rack by adding 3DSketch, structural features, patterns, drawings in SolidWorks, You Tube, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#9) - turn off options adjusted for best appearance by Windows, typical machine can gain performance improvement by 16%, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 23, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Introducing Geomagic (nee Alibre) Design - Geomagic executives on renaming Alibre to Geomagic Design, pricing, direct editing support, STL export for 3D printing, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Apr 22, 2013 (more Alibre articles)

A Brief Introduction to CAD File Formats - defining categories: precise vs tessellated geometry, proprietary vs neutral format, single-file vs multiple-file assemblies, BOM vs flat list, Blake Courter, GrabCAD, Apr 22, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

CATIA V4 to V5 Transfer of 2D Drawing  - converting 2D drawing data to V5 drafting workbench, Mark Mason, CAD Tutorials, Apr 22, 2013 (more CATIA tutorials)

10 Reasons Why VisualARQ Works Better in Rhino 5 Than Rhino 4 - Rhino 5 is 64-bit, uses lightweight extrusion objects, has customized workflow, drafting/annotation improvements, Francesc Salla, VisualARQ, Apr 16, 2013 (more Rhino tutorials)

SmartGeometry 2013: Uncertainty Brings Out the Best in Generative Design - 'constructing for uncertainty' theme, clusters like 'digital intuition and prediction,' 'Adaptive Structural Skins' were displayed, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, Apr 22, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Skeuomorphs and Architectural Documentation - understanding 2D, 3D architectural documentation, concept of hyperreality, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, Apr 21, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Project Migration and Old Versions of ArchiCAD - use file converters for backwards compatibility, but some data will be lost in back-saved version, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, Apr 22, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Autoloader Example for Invoking a Startup Command in AutoCAD - use Commands::Command.StartupCommand attribute to specify startup/initialize command in AutoCAD, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Enhance Your Presentation - combining sequences in presentation for creating exploded views for Inventor drawings, Ketiv Technologies, You Tube, Apr 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Contour Smoothing vs Surface Smoothing - set contour smoothing option to true, or use natural neighbor interpolation method to smooth surface in Civil 3D, Brian Hailey, Civil 3D Plus, Apr 22, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Create a Corridor from Scratch - use CorridorCreator class to provides interface for setting parameters to create corridor object in Civil 3D, Isaac Rodriguez, Civilized Development, Apr 19, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

What's New in Autodesk Navisworks Family of Software 2014, Pt 1 - use quantification feature available with desktop version to generate quantities, create running report of quantities, maintain change management workflow updates, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Apr 10, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

What's New in Autodesk Navisworks Family of Software 2014, Pt 2 - ability to use Autodesk rendering engine, to create custom libraries for specific projects, Autodesk Lighting added, enhanced environments tab, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Apr 22, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Wire End Woes - ensure origin defined by intersection of 2 reference planes has same location as family's internal origin, use true connector location to connect wire end in Revit, Dave Baldacchino, HOK BIM Solutions, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Bloated Revit Central Files - open detached copy of project to delete large group of elements, save file as new central, open central file to make it active, ungroup resulting group, Dave Baldacchino, HOK BIM Solutions, Apr 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Grouping Schedule Headers and How to Do Something - activate, refresh new Revit schedule view before grouping header, call viewSchedule.GetTableData to update value in body section, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 Feature Review: More Data Liberated - understanding architectural column, detail component, entourage, generic model, grid, roof features, benefits available in Revit 2014, Glynnis Patterson, Ideate, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Interference Checking in Revit - check model interference between selected/all elements, select categories from linked files, export interferences report as html file to share with others, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Can't See It in the View: Here's 33 Reasons Maybe Why - Revit object/category is temporarily hidden, being obscured by another element, view's discipline is prohibiting object visibility, James Herndon, The Revit Blog, Apr 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 New Features Edit Crop Regions - edit boundaries of section/floor plan using new Revit 2014 feature, YouTube, Apr 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Quantitative Analysis of Daylighting and Lighting Directly from Revit - open Revit, set up 3D view for rendering, select 'render in the cloud' option in view tab of Autodesk 360, David Scheer, Building Performance Analysis, Apr 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials, Autodesk 360 articles)

New Features of Autodesk Vault 2014 - enhanced usability with revision table, vault browser improvements, superior job processor, download performance, product stability, framework extensibility, technology support, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 22, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Logging in Through the Vault 2014 API - log in into Vault 2014 using login dialog from SDK, Doug Redmond, YouTube, Apr 19, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Creating a Library Feature - putting sketch text on all faces of Magic 8-Ball using SolidWorks, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Alin's SW 2013 Pick of the Day - Simplify Models Using the Intersect Tool - fill any internal cavities, merge all solid bodies that touch or intersect each other, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

The Future of SolidWorks Workgroup PDM - workgroup PDM server app doesn't run as 64-bit program, consist of tools based on outdated architecture, undergoes registration process for Workgroup PDM server installs, John Peros, Hawk Ridge Systems Blog, Apr 19, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Where is My Command Manager - drag command manager back to desired position or set workplace to default in SolidWorks, Sean O'Neill, Prism Blog, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Chamfer Single Slot Edge - chamfering one side of slot, understanding unexpected behavior of chamfers, Jim Krivoshein, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Q&A: Keeping Up with the US Dept of Defense Design Requirements - talk about evolution of model-based engineering, model based definition, department of defense adopting MBD/MBE, Kristen Wilson, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Lenovo ThinkStation E31 - solid and versatile machine with 3.3GHz Xeon processor, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB SATA hard drive, low base price of $669, Brian Benton, CADdigest.com, Apr 19, 2013 (more Lenovo workstation reviews)

Digging into 3D Experience - Dassault's executive Pascal Daloz talks about V5 vs V6, connecting to consumer into cycle via 3DExperience concept, Al Dean, Develop 3D, Apr 18, 2013 (more CATIA articles, MCAD articles)

GrabCAD Workbench - definition, collaboration portfolio, workflow of uploading, sharing, collaborating with others, Lou Gallo, SolidWorks:HEARD, Apr 21, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Researcher Hesselgren Says Customers Will Demand 1 Million Architectural Design Iterations Per Project - SmartGeometry co-founder talks about accomplishments, computer as design companion, need of accessible, powerful software, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Apr 20, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: 12 Must-Have Apps for Architects - mostly available for free, apps include Morpholio Trace, Paper by 53, CadFaster Collaborate, AutoCAD WS, TurboViewer Pro, Bluebeam Revu, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Apr 20, 2013 (more AEC articles)

AutoCAD 2014 API and Developer Documentation Changes - binary compatible with AutoCAD 2013, API is used to provide core functionality of DesignFeed, Live Maps features, Hyperpics: Beyond the UI, Apr 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ACA 2014: Additional New Features/Improvements - improved 3D orbit performance, project information file backup utility, combined deployment ability, Autodesk uninstall tool, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Apr 21, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture articles)

The Return of Doctor Who and the CAD Manager - tips on layer management in AutoCAD, construction of block libraries, Patrick Hughes, AUGI Library, Apr 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD layer tutorials)

Getting Autodesk 2014 Apps; A Few Tips - managing issues of subscription, unmanageable download manager, potential snag in browser download, RobiNZ CAD Blog, Apr 21, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Cunning Plans: How to Get AutoCAD to Work Smarter - use Xref mechanism in AutoCAD, organize assembly to go into layout drawing, William Le Couteur's AutoCAD Blog, Apr 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Folder Structure for Autoloader Bundles Using Revit as an Example - understanding bundle folder structure, Revit app bundle folder with example, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Navisworks 2014 vs QTO 2013, What's Up - emulating quantification features: item, resource catalogs, model takeoff, change analysis workbook, Joe Eichenseer, IMAGINiT Building Solutions Blog, Apr 19, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Track Program Workflow in C++ - use class to make sure that indentation reverts to previous value when function is finished in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 19, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

About Balloon - Circular with 2 Entries - change QTY in BOM to change number of lower half circle in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 18, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit Content That Works - developing custom Revit content using automated tagging, scheduling features, considering example of standard floor poke-thru, Andrew Baranowski, AUGI Library, Apr 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Room Editor Project Overview and CouchDB Configuration - replicating CouchDB with Python using Revit, same origin policy snag, resolution, learning, struggling with CouchApps, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Offset Definition of Shell Elements - SolidWorks 2013 has ability to render thickness in 3D to graphically check correctness of offset, Scott Durksen, Javelin Technologies, Apr 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Populating Cells in Microsoft Excel with EPDM Variables - define name for cell that to be updated, define appropriate data type, variable mapping to Excel custom properties for SolidWorks EPDM variables, Chris Briand, Javelin Technologies, Apr 21, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Epson SureColor T5000 - 36" wide-format printer, easy to unpack, setup, easy media loading, impressive color output, but print driver delays, poor output on Mylar, RK McSwain, CAD Panacea, Apr 18, 2013 (more large format printer reviews)

A Trick for Updating a Precise Assembly Quickly - send assembly to structure manager, set current revision rule to configure correct revisions, toggle structure type, save assembly structure in Teamcenter, Scott Pigman, The PLM Dojo, Apr 13, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

Mobile Workstations are Now an Essential Tool - confirm workstation flexibility that allows it to add multiple monitors, support storage, provide superior base system performance, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, Apr 18, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Bind XREFs Within a Single DWG - select translator that is already set up, go to DXF-DWG translation setup to adjust default translator when publishing in ArchiCAD, Jonathan Breen, Cadimage, Apr 19, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

What Happens When We Try Nomad with No Vectorworks Sub - login mandatory even to work offline, no sample drawing available without subscription, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Apr 17, 2013 (more Vectorworks articles)

What's New in AutoCAD MEP 2014: Ability to Automatically Attach Property Set Definition - attach property set definitions to relevant objects automatically, add existing/modified property set definition, Bill Johnson, Ideate, Apr 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD MEP articles)

Find Which Properties Changed on Modified Event - use reflection mechanism to store, compare data, enable .NET Extension methods by creating new class in AutoCAD, Augusto Goncalves, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Change Ground Plane Direction - adjust default XZ plane to make ground plane XY, invoke View.ResetFront function in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 18, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor Physical iProperty Units - set length units to mm, add new iLogic rule to create custom iProperty with name 'AreaM2' in Inventor, David Gate, CADline, Apr 19, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Synchronize Prompted Entry TextBox Values - check title block definition, prompted entry textbox to ensure, update value of textbox in main/master sheet in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 18, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

What's the Best Computer to Buy for Revit 2014? - generic recommendations: useful to spec personal machine, suggested peripherals; actual manufacturer recommendation: BOXX 4920, BOXX 4050 workstations, Fear and Loathing In a CAD vs. BIM World, Apr 18, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Setting Up True North for a Project - confirm true north of model, locate 'project base point' in model categories tab, enter degree angle in properties in Revit, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Apr 18, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Migrating the Building Coder Samples to Revit 2014 - update API assembly references, remove obsolete collections namespace, RoomCreationData Class, change TopographySurface namespace, unit APIs in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 18, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Document Managers Need to be Vaulting, Says Synergis - VP of R&D, Todd Cummings describes vaulting, encryption, Adept's storage system, exit strategy, moving documents in, out of vault, Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Apr 18, 2013 (more Synergis Adept articles)

GrabCAD Launches 'Workbench' Beta - view drawings from any major CAD system, maintain comments with drawings, select, view assemblies or parts in BOM, annotate on 3D model, John Hayes, Engineering.com, Apr 17, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

GrabCAD Workbench Cracks the Door on Open Engineering - new collaboration site for mechanical engineering, product development, has ability to gather, track all comments, communications regarding CAD content with model, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Apr 17, 2013 (more MCAD articles, cloud articles)

Zuken's E3.series Intelligently Designs Powerful Diesel-Electric Locomotives - eliminates logical-physical gap using object-oriented design, ships with library of thousands of standardized components, cables, connectors, Jason Brett, CADdigest.com, Apr 17, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Dassault Debuts HT Body for High-Tech Electronics Design - aims to deliver single, pre-integrated design, engineering experience, focuses on social collaboration, visualization tools, Beth Stackpole, Virtual Desktop, Apr 18, 2013 (more CAD development articles, MCAD articles)

Creo Parametric 2.0 - building table from new part, You Tube, Apr 16, 2013 (more Pro/E tutorials)

CATIA V5 Methodik, Method: Multibody Copy Paste Special - copy, paste special bodies as result with link to get flexible, well-structured model, Wolfgang Walden, You Tube, Apr 17, 2013 (more CATIA tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#8) - convert files to latest version of SolidWorks to increase performance, save time, minimize rebuild times, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Save Money: SolidWorks Sustainability - The Real Green Thing - filter through all material properties using detailed conditions of 'find similar' tool, Lars Christensen, cadcamstuff.com, Apr 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Batch Process Title Block Change - edit sheet format to indicate title block changes, build check in design checker, set drawing standard to new template in SolidWorks, Jordan Nardick, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 19, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Breaking a Sheet Metal Loft So it Shows Bend Lines - drop everything down to single sketch entity passing through fit spline, straight line-arc-straight line, edit lofted bend feature in SolidWorks, Steve Ostrovsky, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Do More with the SolidWorks Toolbox - The Bearing Calculator - calculate bearing capacity ratings, basic life values, You Tube, Apr 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Electrical Schematic Designs - SolidWorks electrical 2D design package enables improved collaboration, integrated BOMs, project data, You Tube, Apr 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better: Taking Materials from SketchUp to ArchiCAD - default materials in SketchUp vs ArchiCAD, importing SketchUp materials, embedded libraries, external libraries, images to materials to ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, Apr 17, 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials, ArchiCAD tutorials)

Setting Up a Simple Flow Simulation, Pt 2 - analyze convergence of simulation, check residuals to determine solver iterations, quantity monitor, display velocity magnitude, Gilles Eggenspieler, ANSYS, Apr 16, 2013 (more CFD articles)

BricsCAD Direct Modeling Basics - create complex solid parts combining both parametric, direct modeling technology, Sander Scheiris, Bricsys Blog, Apr 17, 2013 (more Bricscad articles)

Direct-Drive Workhead for Multiple Cylindrical Grinding Options - CNC controlled grinder available in 3 sizes with powerful motors, fast control system, allows grinding heavy parts, non-round contours, Robert Brooks, American Machinist, Apr 18, 2013 (more CAM articles)

3D Sync Part Editing Demonstration - making changes to part that feature definition lost in translation using Synchronous Technology, YouTube, Apr 17, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Autodesk 360 is a New Cloud-Based Workflow for AutoCAD Drawings - access data easily using Autodesk 360 mobile app, add comments on DWFs, DWGs, download entire folder as single zip file, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 15, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Create a Thumbnail for Opening a Drawing - set THUMBSAVE system variable to 1 to make AutoCAD drawing save thumbnail, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD drawing tutorials)

What's New in AutoCAD 2014: Drawing and Annotation Enhancements - easier to export, import geo referenced drawings, ability to fillet polyline to itself, get correct sheet creation date, CONVERTPSTYLES supports spaces in plot style name, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Apr 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD Cleanup Utility - invoke SCALELISTEDIT, -PURGE Regapps command to remove excess scales from scale list within drawing, unreferenced regapp IDs respectively, Justin Doughty, CADline, Apr 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

XREF Load Status Add-On for AutoCAD 2014 - using application to pick drawing by reloading/unloading checkboxes, selecting XREF to be modified before saving, opening application dialog box, Dennis Collin, CADline, Apr 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Show Me the Money - creating AutoCAD jig to dynamically display guilloche pattern using F#, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Apr 17, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

4-Way Intersections - Maintain Primary Crown - determine type of assembly configuration, corridor properties to create primary, secondary road's intersection in Civil 3D, Phil Zimmerman, IMAGINiT Civil Solutions Blog, Apr 17, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Changing Default Edge Display Settings in Autodesk Inventor - click ‘available options’ in tools menu, select document/application setting in appearance tab, adjust display appearance dialog box settings, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor - Shell Options and Tolerance Tip - use shell inward, out-ward, or mid-plane shell functions to determine wall thickness, adjust parameter tolerance in Inventor, John Evans, Design and Motion, Apr 17, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 - Structures - ability to include hooks in rebar shape definition using reinforcement settings, rounding parameter for structural rebar, rebar annotations, placement constraints, Gareth Spencer, CADline, Apr 17, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Advanced Scheduling: Check This Model - analyze Dutch building codes to validate Revit design, check if design matches with programs, actual area vs desired area, occupancy against building code, Martijn de Riet, AUGI Library, Apr 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Exploded Axonometric Views in Revit 2014: No Problem - use displace elements tool on view panel of modify tab to move elements away from model, Shruti Harve, Ideate, Apr 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Coins Auto Section Box - using 3D auto section box in Revit, You Tube, Apr 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

What's New in Geomagic Design 2013 - improved feature dialog boxes, new symbols added to symbol library, measurement information panel is added in status bar, ability to import points into 2D sketch, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, Apr 17, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

GrabCAD Workbench First Impressions - use online, secure 3D collaboration platform to create, collaborate projects, dynamic sectioning property allows enhanced model visualization, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, Apr 17, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

How Do You Reference Cut List Custom Properties in a SolidWorks Drawing - select 'edit list button,' type property to be added in box, add cut-list properties, Ketul Patel, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Hit the Road with SolidWorks in Less Than 5 Minutes - open SolidNetWork license manager, click on 'license borrowing' tab, highlight product to borrow, input borrow until date to borrow product license, Crystal Yazvac, CAPUniversity, Apr 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Using Bend Notes in SolidWorks 2013 - add information by clicking on buttons below bend note field in PropertyManager, select sheet metal options to adjust bend notes styles, John Setzer, SolidNotes, Apr 17, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks - Customize Shortcuts, Mouse Gestures & Command Manager - tips to eliminate round-trips to toolbar in SolidWorks, Adam Hughes, You Tube, Mar 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

PowerINSPECT 2013 - perform measurement with laser tracker, program multiple probe columns to work concurrently on same component, use tools to capture section lines, Al Dean, Develop 3D, Apr 17, 2013 (more PowerINSPECT reviews)

3D Printing 101, Pt 3: Electronics - understanding use of electronic subsystems, controller, features of Arduino-based 3D printer controllers, RAMPS platform, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, Apr 16, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Creo Parametric 2.0 - using sheet metal tools to create cylindrical shape in Creo Parametric, You Tube, Apr 14, 2013 (more Pro/E tutorials)

GDL Basics: Choose a Subtype, Pt 3 - open library part, select subtype button, browse to select appropriate hierarchy from ‘subtype hierarchy list’ in ArchiCAD, Andrew Watson, Cadimage, Apr 17, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

All the Many Different ArchiCAD Keys - understanding 21-pin, NFR, network keys with respect to license borrowing, educational, full, rental, add-on license in ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, Apr 16, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

What's New in AutoCAD Electrical 2014 - access design files from Autodesk 360, edit, share work, check design feed notifications, metric panel libraries, integration with Inventor, Miles Nicholson, CADline, Apr 16, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

File Tabs in AutoCAD 2014 - use drawing file tabs to toggle between open drawings, create new ones fast, 'plot & publish' drawing easily, David Cohn, CADman-Do, Apr 16, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Daylighting as a Service - use daylight analysis tools of Autodesk 360 to create illuminance renderings, render 3D view using ‘render in cloud’ option, select rendering options, David Scheer, Building Performance Analysis, Apr 16, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Perpetual GUID Algorithm and Revit 2014 Product GUIDs - understanding Revit product GUID algorithm used in Revit installation, use RevitAddInUtility to determine install location, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Civil 3D 2014 Pressure Pipe Network Improvements: Data Shortcuts - access pressure networks from data shortcuts section of prospector tab to improve project efficiency, data sharing, Kate Ming, Ideate, Apr 16, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Get CogoPoint Label Text - use CogoPoint.GetLabelTextComponentOverride method to obtain more information than just description in Civil 3D, Augusto Goncalves, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 16, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 New Feature: Create Sections of Projected AutoCAD Solids - select section check box in projection style to represent position where sample line crosses solid, Tatiana Machado, Being Civil, Mar 8, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

RangeBox Includes WorkPlane, WorkAxis and Center of Gravity - VBA code to verify extent of surface bodies in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 16, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Removing the Car Park Reflection Image from Polished Chrome Materials in Inventor - select colors tab, reflection environment under application options, choose chrome.dds to display reflections without car parking image, Kevin Walker, Micro Concepts, Apr 16, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Improving Tech Pubs: Integrating Color - use SolidWorks composer to transform 3D CAD data into useful model, add colors to separate parts of images, BOM rows, Shuvom Ghose, CAPUniversity, Apr 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Make a Camera to Follow an Actor in SolidWorks Composer - add camera to moving part for generating walkthroughs, Javelin Technologies, You Tube, Apr 13, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Adam's SW 2013 Pick of the Day - Pop Up in Front - use enhanced SolidWorks 2013 features to ensure dialog pops up automatically when designing tables, launching, creating/editing macros, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, Apr 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks BOM - Combine Identical Components to Show Part Totals in Top Level Assembly - use 'combine identical quantities' option in indented BOMs, expand BOM contents section to display Part-A in BOM with quantity of 2, Brian VanderPloeg, Fisher/Unitech, Apr 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints - faster graphics card doesn't always deliver better performance, small assembly performs better with faster GPU, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Xi's New MTower PCIe Workstation in a Stryker Tower - fast, well-engineered workstation with Intel Core i7 3770K processor, 16GB DDR3 RAM, 240 GB solid state disk drive, base price $1,119, Rande Robinson, CADdigest.com, Apr 12, 2013 (more Xi workstation reviews)

Geometric Kernels and Irremovability of Presidents from Office - ASCON kernel C3D is available for licensing; Russian geometric kernel RGK is under development by Russian Government, isicad.net, Apr 15, 2013 (more CAD industry articles, MCAD articles)

CFD for Design Engineers: Dissecting the Results - creating velocity plane to review velocity distribution in 2D, Kenneth Wong's Virtual Desktop, Apr 15, 2013 (more CFD articles)

Tools & Timesavers - improved command line, customizable AUTOCOMPLETE command, multifunctional grips, associative arrays, express tools as real commands in AutoCAD Architecture 2013, Melinda Heavrin, AUGI Library, Apr 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture tutorials)

Graphicisms - update drawing with material, create dot with DONUT command in AutoCAD, Michael Beall, CADTutor, Apr 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Autodesk DWG TrueView 2014 Tips and Tricks - download through the browser instead of Akamai NetSession Interface download manager, Jimmy Bergmark, JTB World Blog, Apr 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Don't Recreate: ReCap - free desktop app, ReCap Studio to clean, aggregate, organize, visualize point clouds, Edwin Guerra, BIM blog.ca, Apr 12, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

eInvalidInput While Creating Hatch with CustomDefined Pattern - check if hatch pattern, pat file name is same, pat file folder is added to AutoCAD support path, line breaks in pat file, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 13, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Delete Layer Filters Using ObjectARX - iterate through ACAD_LAYERFILTERS, ACLYDICTIONARY dictionaries to delete AcDbXRecords in AutoCAD, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Use Quick Select to Check a Drawing's Contents - verify hatch patterns, blocks used in AutoCAD drawing, ensure if viewports containing layer property overrides in layout, Tawfik Shehata, Cadalyst, Apr 15, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Inventor - Creating Custom Materials & Libraries in 2014 - creating appearance library, Scott Moyse, Design and Motion, Apr 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Center of Gravity Sanity for Inventor Assemblies - temporarily shift subassemblies to default, restore them to original positions once done to obtain superior center of gravity information, Jim Swain, Synergis, Apr 15, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Computational Design in Revit: Work Inspired by Sang Hoon Kim - reference planes, path intersects to automatically align path nodes vertically, horizontally, Havard Vasshaug, Apr 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Exporting Shared Coordinates to DWG - select 'export setups DWG/DXF' settings under application, export options to open 'modify DWG/DXF export' setup in Revit, Mark Cronin, Better Revit, Apr 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creation APIs: Create Round Walls, Pt 3 - Spiderinnet Blog, Apr 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Build a Compound Property to a Form in a Dataset - add compound property to object type, define segments that link destination object type to source, add final segment with reference to source property in Teamcenter, Scott Pigman, The PLM Dojo, Apr 13, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

Bottom-Up Release is a Lie - release parts, CAD design top-down, consider multiple release statuses, different revision sequences in PLM system, Scott Pigman, The PLM Dojo, Apr 15, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

Assembly Configurations - create, control configurations of assembly to show internal components in SolidWorks, Solid Professor, Apr 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Sketch Tool Basics, Pt 2 - create new sketch from selection, edit linear sketch patterns, dynamic mirror, find errors in sketches, Ian Jutras, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Total Control for the Bend Allowance in Multibody Sheet Metal Parts - use new checkbox functionality of SolidWorks 2013 to detect source of information as part/body level, rename sheet metal body features, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Basic Troubleshooting of a Workgroup PDM System - Communication & Ports - check ports on server's firewall, client systems, Vault log-in details, ensure if SolidWorks PDMWorks workgroup server is running, Chris Briand, Javelin Technologies, Apr 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Smarter Droplists with SolidWorks Enterprise PDM - creating flexible EPDM add-in that can be accessed by anyone without SQL knowledge for building logic for lists, Jeff Sweeney, 3D Vision Technologies, Apr 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

SolidWorks Electrical: Organizing Projects with Locations, Functions and Books - launch ‘locations manager’ to organize components in projects, use book editor dialog box to create, classify documents, Rhyc Sandberg, The HRS Blog, Apr 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Quick Selection of Faces to Draft - use draft analysis tool to draft model in SolidWorks, Alin Vargatu, You Tube, Apr 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Bridging the Design to Documentation Gap with SolidWorks Composer - understanding capabilities, benefits of SolidWorks Composer to end-users, Alex Kok, You Tube, Apr 15, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

CNC 4th Axis Basics: How They Work - design issues, mechanism types for 4th axis: Geneva mechanisms, rotary table, timing belts, harmonic drive, globoidal cam, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 13, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Putting the Pieces Together - use Vectorworks tools to model straight wall, curved wall, right wall segment with assigned textures, Kevin Lee Allen, KLAD, Apr 12, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Autodesk: Hey, Free Apps are Harder to Make Than Enterprise Software - CEO Carl Bass on need to build apps, instant gratification of consumer apps, taking advantage of multi-touch interfaces, Fredric Paul, readwrite.com, Mar 26, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk Products + Mac OS - avail free 'Apple Boot Camp' option or take virtual machine approach to run Windows 'inside' of Mac OS, David Haynes, Ideate, Apr 12, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Self Intersecting Polylines - use FILLET, CHAMFER commands as normal, select 2 different segments of polyline, AutoCAD Tips, Apr 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ACA 2014: Tools from the DACH Extension - display by layer tool to rank layers in drawing, escarpment tool to create linework, 'to layer 0' tool moves all nested objects within block definition, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Apr 14, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture articles)

Printing Your Own Money with AutoCAD - F# code for generating spirograph, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Apr 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Making Your Custom Entity worldDraw or viewportDraw Fast - make graphics primitive functions in AcGiGeometry class return true for faster graphics processing in AutoCAD, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Removing All Custom Handlers of an Event - using .NET code to obtain list of events that are manipulated using reflection in AutoCAD, Augusto Goncalves, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 12, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

AutoCAD & Civil 3D Bug List - too small zoom level when inserting point from survey database, list disappears when sorting parcel listing in prospector, RK McSwain, CAD Panacea, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD bugs articles, Civil 3D articles)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 New Feature: Round-Tripping Data Between AutoCAD Civil 3D 2013 and 2014 - create pressure network tables, open it in earlier version as proxy object, check synchronization problems while overwriting pressure network data in drawing, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, Apr 12, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Inventor 2014 API for the New Joint Feature - add method of joints collection to create joint, Wayne Brill, Mod the Machine, Apr 12, 2013(more Inventor tutorials)

Linking Parameters from One Part to Another in Autodesk Inventor - edit shaft part to rename parameters defining shaft diameter, edit base, click link button, modify file type to Inventor files, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 14, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Specify Import Unit for SAT File Using OpenWithOptions - using Documents.OpenWithOptions method to understand Inventor API help file options, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 12, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Mirroring a Project in Revit - select 'mirror project’ option located in position tab of project location panel, determine direction to mirror project, Doug Bowers, Applying Technology to Architecture, Apr 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creation APIs: Create Round Walls, Pt 1 - FindAndSortLevels help method, Spiderinnet Blog, Apr 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creation APIs: Create Round Walls, Pt 2 - construct 2 circular arcs to form connected circle, pass arc list to Wall.Create method, Spiderinnet Blog, Apr 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Launching AutoCAD Within a Revit Add-in - using testole.zip, Acctrl_Interops.zip + EmbedAutoCAD.zip, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 12, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Schedule Column Width - use resize button of 'modify schedule/quantities ribbon' interface to determine column width value in Revit 2014, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Apr 14, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Floor Perimeter - avoid editing floor sketch to create openings when using floor slab perimeter values in Revit, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Apr 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Fittings Do Not Look Right - set underlay setting to 'none' if pipe fittings look seems altered in Revit MEP, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Apr 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

The Package Service - implements import, export commands for item BOM data, offers integration point between Vault, ERP systems, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, Apr 12, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Clean-Up Your Local Vault Workspace - apply ‘close files and delete working copies’ option to maintain local workspace, or use workspace sync, quick sync tools of Vault Client, John Hackney, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, Apr 14, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Auto-Rotate View on Sketch Creation - use option in SolidWorks sketch section to automatically rotate to 'normal to' view orientation when creating 2D sketch, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, Apr 14, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Andrew's SolidWorks 2013 Tip of the Day: Accessing Additional PhotoView 360 Appearances - click 'PhotoView 360 appearances' link in customer portal, access library site by clicking on ‘take me to the assets’ tab, choose materials, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, Apr 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Simulation: Creating a Good Quality Mesh - add mesh controls to specific areas, 2-3 high quality elements across thickness of geometry, aspect ratio below 50 in regions of crucial importance, Scott Durksen, Javelin Technologies, Apr 12, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Allplan 2013 - visualization enhancements, new 'hidden line image with shadow' function, parametric modeling with SmartParts features, integration with Allplan Exchange, display options for associative views, Lachmi Khemlani, AECbytes, Apr 11, 2013 (more Allplan reviews)

Why am I Getting a Library Loading Report? - locate, place missing object/attribute in loaded library folder, remove missing attribute from list in ArchiCAD, Jonathan Breen, Cadimage, Apr 12, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Creating Key Characteristics, Comments and Setting Criticality in InspectionXpert - YouTube, Apr 10, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Deleting Balloons and Characteristics in InspectionXpert - YouTube, Apr 10, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Pillar of the CAD Community - CAD expert Brain Benton about getting selected for Autodesk Expert Elite program, conveying information through books, videos, contribution to CAD industry, hobbies, Cyrena Respini-Irwin, Cadalyst, Apr 11, 2013 (more CAD industry articles)

A Sneak Peek at AutoCAD 2014 - continued enhancement of cloud, social features, point cloud support with ability to change stylization, colorize clouds, improved geographic location documentation, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, Apr 11, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD Where in the World is My Hardware Acceleration - turn on/off hardware acceleration icon using options dialog box or while launching AutoCAD, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 11, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Search and Erase Proxies - perform clean up, avoid proxy message in AutoCAD, Augusto Goncalves, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 11, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Convert Civil 3D Data to SHP Files - bringing Civil 3D data into ArcGIS for desktop without exploding Civil 3D drawing, Chris Pitzer & Justin Comeau, AUGI Library, Apr 11, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Add Bitmap to GraphicsImageSet from C++ - LR_CREATEDIBSECTION flag is needed when loading resource, create picture, add to data set, custom graphics in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 11, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

New and Improved Features in Inventor 2014 - improved assembly environment, graphics performance, opens large assemblies faster, option to exclude construction when adding frame, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 11, 2013 (more Inventor articles)

What's New in Revit MEP 2014: What's Your Angle? Ability to Constrain Angles in Revit MEP - helpful in adding pipe, duct, conduit, cable tray layouts by enabling 'use specific angles' settings, modify layouts by dragging elements, Bill Johnson, Ideate, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Columns, Beams and Braces - create masses to build slanted walls, replace concrete block with storefront, use slanted column, 3D snapping to make slanted structure in Revit, PKH Lineworks, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Two Clicks to Create and Rotate Family Instances - using Revit API to generate family placement command, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Project North vs True North - use Project North to show architect's point of view, True North for real world view in Revit project, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Worksets Hopping About a Bit - populate active workset combo box by open worksets in Revit, Darren Snook, Revit Waterman, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Top 5 Features and Tips - Auto-Section Box 2014 - flexible selection, compare views, direct views from datums, scope boxes, understanding views in Revit, You Tube, Apr 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

SolidWorks Import Solution: Wrong Units in IGES Files - edit unit indicators in iges file to scale size of units as desired, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, Apr 11, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Find a Particular Node or Element by Number - create mesh, right-click over mesh icon to select LIST SELECTED command, choose nodes/elements, faces before clicking update in SolidWorks Simulation, Keith Pedersen, CAPUniversity, Apr 11, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Frame Designs with SolidWorks Weldments - using weldment features to create frames in SolidWorks, You Tube, Apr 11, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Russian CAD - high-quality products like KOMPAS by ASCON, T-FLEX by Top Systems, nanoCAD by Nanosoft offer solutions for complex problems, Evan Yares, 3D CAD World, Apr 10, 2013 (more CAD development articles, MCAD articles)

Managing Mass Properties in CAD Assemblies - discussing best practices, using CAD software to calculate mass, center of mass, MOI, Jennifer Herron, YouTube, Apr 5, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Easy Flow Techniques - show flow, pressure change, gas tanks filling up without relying on modifying geometry using 3DVIA, YouTube, Apr 10, 2013 (more 3DVIA articles)

What's New NX 8.5 Drafting - unnecessary modeling toolbars, commands removed, drafting toolbar available in full screen only, Applied CAx, YouTube, Apr 9, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

BIM/CAD Formats Per App: An iPad Guide - considering apps that can import/export or produce proprietary formats, open industry formats, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Apr 10, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Profiles from ArchiCAD to Cadimage - copy ArchiCAD profile from Cadimage menu, copy profile, click 'create preset' to generate profile, Glen Richardson, Cadimage, Apr 11, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ACA 2014: Door and Window Placement - combined offset/center option restored, 'reposition along wall,' 'reposition within wall' tools available on door/window contextual ribbon tabs, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Apr 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Command Input Settings - use right-click option to open ‘input search options’ dialog box for adjusting autocomplete, autocorrect, command line functionalities, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Illegal Pathname or Filename During Vault Backup - prepare proper path for SQL shared folder in remote machine, create Vault windows user on remote SQL machine, Kevin Jaufmann-Ludwig, Cracking the Vault, Apr 10, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

DXF Flat Pattern Using iLogic, Pt 2 - using modified code to create FilePATH, select path for saving DXF file in Inventor, Clinton Brown, CADline, Apr 10, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

iLogic for Flat Pattern Features in Inventor - using iLogic code to suppress extrusion1, hole1, cut1 features in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, Apr 10, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 Feature Review: Allow Parameters to Vary Across Groups - useful feature for easy management of group-based data, but works for project, shared, text-based parameters only, Glynnis Patterson, Ideate, Apr 10, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revolution Design Revit Plug-ins - Keynote Manager, Revit workFlow, Selection Master enhance Revit productivity, BIM Boom Blogspot, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Setting Up Your ViewOrientation3D - create ViewOrientation3D object, apply orientation to view in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 10, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Setting Up Your Revit Project to Model Point Cloud Data - convert files into *.pcg format, set up points for remodeling, adjust levels for creating section views in Revit, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit .NET Creation APIs: Create Straight and Curved Walls - using FindAndSortLevels help method to locate all level instances in Revit model, Spiderinnet Blog, Apr 10, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Single Feature for Hole Wizard Hole of the Same Size - undertake step involving patterning tools while adding hole wizard, pattern features into folder in SolidWorks, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, Apr 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Network License Manager with Windows Firewall - Revisited - understand rules of 'Windows Firewall with Advanced Security' before adding/removing server from domain, Blake Cokinis, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Link Word and Excel Documents to EPDM Datacards - set up EPDM variables, use macros to link to Datacard from Word, insert properties to link to Datacard from Excel, Lindsay Early, Fisher/Unitech, Apr 10, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

My. SolidWorks.com - focuses on key sources in SolidWorks community, can be used via web browser, active SolidWorks subscription customers get most benefits, Axis CAD Solutions, Apr 11, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#7b) - comparing different levels of graphics cards, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 11, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Navisworks in a University Curriculum - integrating Navisworks into curriculum at university level in construction management program, preparing students for entry level positions in preconstruction services, Kevin Miller, AUGI Library, Apr 10, 2013 (more Navisworks articles, jobs and careers articles)

Don't Get Caught in the Tool Worship Trap - tools alone don't ensure success, plan how software technology implementation will help achieve specific business objective, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Apr 10, 2013 (more CAD management articles)

Bentley, Siemens Partner to Add Value for Plant Owners - to advance interoperability, data availability by integrating OpenPlant, Comos, complete, providing consistent, accurate digital plant asset, Schnitger Corporation, Apr 8, 2013 (more CAD industry articles)

Solid State Drives for CAD Workstations - use SSDs in combination with HDDs to enhance performance, lower latency, or use hybrid drives, Alex Herrera, CADspeed, Apr 9, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

2D Conceptual Design, 50 Years Later - easy-to-use TurboCalc app combines sketching, calculation, optimization, available for $99, Evan Yares, 3D CAD Tips, Apr 5, 2013 (more CAD development articles) 

CNC 4th Axis Basics: What They Can Do - understanding 4th axis indexing for access, more parts, 4th axis continuous machining, wrapping, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 8, 2013 (more CAM articles)

GDL Basics: Open an Existing Library Part, Pt 2 - select ‘libraries and object’ from file menu, click open object button to view GDL editing window in ArchiCAD, Andrew Watson, Cadimage, Apr 10, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Skill vs Power: Learning BIM - adopt skills-based methods to learn BIM, deal with complexities in long run, Jared Banks, Shoegnome, Apr 9, 2013 (more AEC articles)

What's New in AutoCAD 2014: System Enhancements - compatible with Windows 8, Autodesk 360 desktop has capability to check linked files, enhanced security options, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Apr 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD Plant 3D 2014 - First Look - improved Ortho generation capabilities, new drawing checker button on validate panel, Andy Davis, CADline, Apr 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Measuring Time Elapsed During Custom AutoCAD Command Execution Using .NET - Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Apr 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Updating .NET dlls and ObjectARX Applications of an OEM Product - rebuilt .NET, ObjectARX apps using OEM make wizard, replace existing .NET dlls, arx files with new files in AutoCAD OEM, Adam Nagy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 9, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Displaying Files in Vault Client 2013 - define custom view of files by creating, modifying new/existing view, select custom filters for setting custom criteria in Vault, Chris Turner, CADline, Apr 9, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Autodesk Vault 2014 - Top New Features - provides 2x faster performance, 64-bit support with less memory issues, improved usability, stability, Windows 8 support, Chris Turner, CADline, Apr 9, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Non-Native File Types Available with Autodesk Inventor 2013 - exploring non-native Inventor files, IGES, SAT, STEP file types, 3D parametric modeling software, Parasolid, JT, intermediate board files, Robert Reid, Synergis, Apr 9, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Cook with Corridors - using intersection wizard to create, manage multiple baselines, understanding corridor feature, linear, kebob regions in Civil 3D, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, Apr 9, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 Pressure Pipe Network Enhancements: Creating a Pressure Network from an Object - access function from pipe network menu to indicate flow direction, state properties in ‘create pressure pipe network from object’ dialog box to create pressure, Kate Ming, Ideate, Apr 9, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Revit Adaptive Component Tutorials - use adaptive points to form adaptive, movable elements, reporting parameters to react to situations in Revit, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Handy Utility Classes - explores utility classes available in Revit API, use RevitAPI.chm file to find list of Utils Class, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 - Double Click Options - select among edit elements, assembly mode, open dialog options after double-clicking on family element in Revit 2014, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 3D dwg in Families - ability to explode 3D dwg while keeping 3D geometry, Daniel Gijsbers, Daniel on Autodesk AEC Software, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

The One About Revit to Real - exporting video from Revit, scaling object in Max, basic modifications to prepare for printing in ReplicatorG, David Beach, The Architect's Digital Design Guide, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

SolidWorks Simulation Professional: Heavy Equipment & Machinery - analyzing motion tools for load determination, static stress analysis, fatigue analysis features of horizontal grinder, David Roccaforte, Fisher/UNITECH, Apr 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Fire Wall Settings for Downloading SolidWorks - solutions from SolidWorks knowledge base, Ron Thogersen, SolidNotes, Apr 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Irfan's SW Simulation 2013 Pick of the Day: Results on Selected Entities - open plot PropertyManager, choose 'show plot on selected entities' option to select bodies for plotting results, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, Apr 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Ken Versprille, the Inventor of NURBS, Tells About Past, Present, and Future of CAD - drawbacks of contemporary 3D modelers, surface-surface intersection issues, challenges to 3D CAD interoperability, isicad.net, Apr 4, 2013 (more CAD industry articles)

The BricsCAD Mouse Steps Up Its Roaring - Bricsys' plan for architecture, using DWG as common file format on Windows, Linux, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Apr 9, 2013 (more Bricscad articles)

Lagoa Brings 3D Rendering to the Cloud - browser-based 3D rendering, collaboration platform, offers cloud-based multiphysics simulation, pro version priced at $123 per month, Beth Stackpole, Virtual Desktop, Apr 8, 2013 (more cloud articles, engineering analysis articles)

When It Comes to BIM Sales, Autodesk Says 'Woe. And Whoa' - Q&A about software revenue from BIM, user satisfaction of components within suites, specific products for construction industry, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Apr 2, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Quick Start: General Installation Workflow - login as admin, open TEMP folder, disable antivirus software, UAC, install Autodesk product locally, Avto Chachava, Up and Ready, Apr 8, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

More AT-AT Fun - use FormIT model, import SAT file into AutoCAD, then explode to objects to get good results, David Light, Revit, Apr 4, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Time-Saving AutoCAD Hatch Tips - using HATCH command, Lynn Allen, You Tube, Apr 8, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Querying AutoCAD Objects of a Particular Type Using .NET - record crude performance timings of different command implementations, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Apr 8, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

RasterImageDef Object Becomes a ProxyObject the Second Time My RealDWG dll's Command Runs - call RuntimeSystem.Initialize(), Terminate() functions once, provide static/shared public functions in RealDWG dll, Adam Nagy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Adding Wire Numbers to Symbols - add _X#TERM## attribute in AutoCAD Electrical to avoid showing wire number at each wire connection, Stan Wile, Terminal AutoCAD, Apr 8, 2013 (more AutoCAD Electrical tutorials)

Vasari Tips and Tricks - add, edit mass profiles, insert edges to manipulate mass form, use X-ray mode to create any shape, include levels in Vasari, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 2, 2013 (more Vasari articles)

Revit Adaptive Families - An Introduction - understanding uses, functions, complexities of adaptive families, points to consider before starting adaptive family in Revit, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Creating a Type Catalog for New Families in Revit - generate type catalog along with family in project to reduce data intake into model, guidelines while creating type catalogue, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

3D View of a Single Floor Plan - use existing floor plan in Revit to create 3D single floor plan view, James Philip, CADline, Apr 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

GeoSnoop .NET Boundary Curve Loop Visualization - create plant view boundary profile using Point2dInt, JtLoop, JtLoops, JtBoundingBox2dInt, GeoSnoop components in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 8, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

What's New in Autodesk Revit 2014 - new, enhanced features of Revit 2014, Revit MEP 2014, Revit Structure 2014, Autodesk Building Solutions, You Tube, Mar 26, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#7a) - best video performance is obtained when working in shaded style, transparency causes 40% performance loss for graphics related functions, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 9, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Renaming SolidWorks Files with SW Explorer - launch 'pack and go' option from SolidWorks Explorer to replace letters, numbers, John Van Engen, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Sketch Tool Basics - convert entities, intersection curve, split entities, jog line, trim tool, extend entities, Ian Jutras, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 8, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Top 5 Things You Should Know When Considering Data Translation - use old part for designing similar new part, reuse data, load only desired info, refurbish old models, maximize resources, Developer 2 Developer, Spatial.com, Apr 2, 2013 (more CAD translation articles)

Workstation Review: Lenovo ThinkStation E31 SFF - 3.3GHz Intel Xeon E3-1230V2 processor, NVIDIA Quadro 600 graphics card, professional-level performance, priced at $1,093, affordable system in compact package, David Cohn, Desktop Engineering, Apr 1, 2013 (more Lenovo workstation reviews)

Save Hours of Build Time by Modifying Your Angles - adjust self-supporting angle within Insight software, Dave Belanger, CAPUniversity, Apr 5, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Button Cutter, Copy Mill, or Toroidal Cutter: Round Insert Milling Cutters - make cuts with depth of cut less than radius of insert, consider chip thinning; basics of operating button cutter, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 7, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Stand Alone Indexing of RAW Point Cloud Data Into .pcg Files - drag, drop AdPointCloudIndexer.exe, raw point cloud file into command prompt, click enter to begin indexing process, Ben Malone, BIMopedia, Apr 2, 2013 (more cloud articles, Revit tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 Command Internet Search - move cursor over command in list, choose 'help' or 'Internet' icons to search for relevant information, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

2014: Product Keys for Autodesk Products - Autodesk, Apr 2, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Using Autodesk 360 to Create an Interactive View on a Webpage - embedding viewable 3D dwf file in website, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 7, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Installed Version of RealDWG Application Crashes - ensure Visual Studio merge modules are added to merge modules or installer projects, Adam Nagy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Snoop Civil 3D 2014 Database - use tool that employs reflection property to inspect objects, navigate from one entity to another, Augusto Goncalves, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 5, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

How to Determine Which License Manager to Install - enter PING command followed by server name, check if system processor is 32-bit or 64-bit, download correct flexlm, Jeff Lotan, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 5, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

ACAD/ACA/AMEP: How to Show Both the Ribbon and Menus - type CUI in command line, select left panel of ‘current workspace’ on customize tab to view data associated with workspace, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD MEP articles)

Autodesk Vault 'Labels' - Bookmarks for Your Vault - creating label for 'as shipped' Inventor assembly with parts, drawings, John Hackney, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, Apr 5, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Get Model Document from LeaderNote - obtain drawing curve with attached leader note in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing DevBlog, Apr 7, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Working for the Weekend & Going to the Content Library - open ‘content center tab’ to locate desktop content center, paste *.idcl files, use 8020 extrusions in Inventor, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 5, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Choosing a Room Name - place several rooms with same name, place rooms defined in schedule but not placed in Revit model, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Getting Started with the Revit API - determine relationship, dependency between elements, access, retrieve elements from Revit database, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit articles)

What's New in Revit MEP 2014: The Situation is Terminal - Ability to Add Air Terminals to Duct - place air terminals on duct face, enable ‘air terminal on duct’ command, check engagement length for connections, Bill Johnson, Ideate, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Understanding Line Weight Basics - use numbering system to assign line weights, override line weight, use thin line display tool to toggle line weights on/off in Revit, Philip Russo, AUGI Library, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

What's Majorly New in SolidWorks Simulation 2013 - use 'render shell thickness' tool to visibly check shell geometry, apply course mesh when defining study, conduct sub-modeling study, Aaron Magnin, The HRS Blog, Apr 6, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Changes to Your Measure Tool - turn on/off point to point measuring icon to pick up selected point of model, select entire surface in SolidWorks, Bryan Pawlak, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Section View Unwrapped - edit sketched lines, change vertical sketched lines to construction lines, exit sketch to update view in SolidWorks, Mike Sande, Symmetry Solutions Blog, Apr 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Irfan's SW Simulation 2013 Pick of the Day: Submodeling - refine mesh for selected portion of model, rerun analysis on selected components in SolidWorks, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, Apr 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Database Upgrade Tool - double-click on executable file to ‘launch database upgrade tool,’ check warning before proceeding with upgrade steps, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, Apr 5, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Enterprise PDM - Document Compare  - associate file compare program to SolidWorks EPDM to compare different versions of document in vault using compare command, GoEngineer, YouTube, Mar 7, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Measuring BIM's Disruption: Understanding Value Networks of BIM/VDC - discusses BIM movement that led to BIM/VDC movement, sustaining vs. disruptive innovations, value network, John Tobin, AECbytes, Apr 4, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Lightwright, Dropbox, and Vectorworks - maintain VWX, LW5, XML files in same folder, use Lightwright 5′s ‘save a backup’ command, avoid changing name of VWX file, Kevin Lee Allen, KLAD, Apr 4, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

DriveWorks Live Examples - Trailer Body Demo - click on 'fixed width demo' square, choose trailed demo, determine trailer build, dimensions, provide contact details, DriveWorks Blog, Apr 4, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

3D Printing 101, Pt 2A: Delta Robot Mechanics - history of delta robot geometry vs. Cartesian geometry, Rostock delta robot 3D printer features, mechanics, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, Apr 4, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Reinforcement Plans in ArchiCAD - solution to allow architects, structural engineers work together, targeted for medium sized architectural firms, contains object library, add-ons, Kata Danis, Shoegnome, Apr 4, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

GDL Basics: Create a Library Part, Pt 1 - open ‘new object,’ add details in GDL editing window to make it part of library in ArchiCAD, Andrew Watson, Cadimage, Apr 5, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Scale List Cleanup Utility for AutoCAD 2013/2014 - use utility to repair affected files before installing AutoCAD service packs, Jimmy Bergmark, JTB World Blog, Apr 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD 2014 Feature List - discusses new file format, command line enhancements, binary security, Autodesk 360, Xref manager, sheet sets, plot styles, dimension features, Jarod Schultz, Apr 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Avoid Drawing Template Style Conflicts - back-up design data folder, adjust ‘user style library settings’ in projects editor, implement changes to drawing template in Inventor, Robert Reid, Synergis, Apr 4, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

CPU, GPU or Both? - use GPU for simulation specific computations, CPU for SIMD computations, or OpenCL based multiprocessors, Peter Varhol, Desktop Engineering, Apr 1, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Key Cost Justifications for New CAD Workstations - perform cost-benefit analysis by checking productivity of CAD professional, system performance, current workstation upgrades, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, Apr 4, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Seeing Ray Tracing in a Different Light - perform interactive ray tracing, manipulate geometry, provide lighting using Caustic Visualizer plug-in, Neon for Rhino, Mark Clarkson, Desktop Engineering, Apr 1, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

Mycestro: A 3D Mouse for the Next Generation - tough sensitive panel, navigates web pages, scrolls like regular mouse, compatible with Windows 7/XP, Mac, Linux, price starts from $79, Cabe Atwell, Design News, Apr 4, 2013 (more mice reviews)

Pressure Pipe Improvements - create pressure pipe from objects, add pressure networks, sort pressure network using new pipe functionalities of Civil 3D 2014, Gaurav Bagga, Ideate, Apr 4, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Civil 3D .NET API: COGO Point: How to Read a User-Defined Property? - use CogoPoint.GetUDPValue() method to obtain user-defined properties in Civil 3D, Marat Mirgaleev, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 4, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Curve Following Face and Bounding Box Implementation - using AsCurveFollowingFace for direction sorting of curves, BoundingBoxXyz class, 2D integer points in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Delete Line Styles - using Document.Delete() to delete lines based on categories, sub-categories in Revit, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Apr 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014 New Feature List - understanding new building element analysis, structural analysis, design, duct, pipe calculations, stairs, railings, split elevations, visualization, rendering features, Jarod Schultz, Apr 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Pyramids - build pyramid family, create void, solid sweeps using profile, ensure parameters in profile family to be type parameter, Daniel Gijsbers, Daniel on Autodesk AEC Software, Apr 4, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 3D Section View - create 3D view by clicking on 'default 3D view' command, click sections in ‘orient to view’ option to change view, James Philip, CADline, Apr 5, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Exploded View Options - explode direction, auto-space components after drag, select sub-assembly parts to speed up generation of exploded model in SolidWorks, Scott Durksen, Javelin Technologies, Apr 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#6) - determine HDD for SolidWorks based on speed, price, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

How to See Shared Mates Between Assembly Components - select each block, open property list to find bolded coincident mates that components share in SolidWorks, Chaz Stipkovic, Fisher/UNITECH, Apr 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Behind the Software: An Example of the Direct Stiffness Method - calculate displacements, create matrix of stiffness values for all nodes, elements of mesh in SolidWorks Simulation, Chris Schaefer, SolidNotes, Apr 4, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

What Can't You Design in SolidWorks - invoke ‘fastening feature’ command to create snap hook geometry, utilize flow simulation to verify lift ability of hovercraft, Robert Warren, 3D Vision Technologies, Apr 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

The Art of Idealization in Finite Element Analysis - art of taking real structure, reducing it down to assembly of finite elements, can help understand existence of load path, Tony Abbey, Desktop Engineering, Apr 1, 2013 (more FEA articles)

The Evolution of Workstations - vendors improving workstations: innovative designs, expansion options, ease of service, balancing price against features to get competitive edge, Frank Ohlhorst, Desktop Engineering, Apr 1, 2013 (more CAD hardware articles)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 New Feature: Data Shortcuts - share drawings with references even when source drawing is not available, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, Apr 3, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Autodesk 2014 Products and Hardware - Intel i5/ i7 or Xeon multi-core processor, 16GB memory, 1-2GB video card is preferable, Derek Wielkopolski, Ideate, Apr 3 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Introducing the Autodesk Layout - Android-based tablet designed specifically for drafting, has all functionality of AutoCAD, full ObjectARX, .NET, LISP emulation, Stephen Preston, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 1, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

What's New in AutoCAD 2014: The Interface, Pt 2 - improved file tabs, layer management tools, support for Windows 8, touch screen devices, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Apr 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Adaptive Command Suggestions - use 'input search options' dialog box from customize tool to sort suggestions according to frequency of usage or alphabetically, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 3, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Command Synonyms - command line has built-in synonym list that returns synonymous command to word entered, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 4, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Python Scripting - generate parametric 3D objects to use in specs, catalogs, Scott Hallmark, My Plant3D Notes, Mar 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Obtaining the Top Level Object in CAO Using .NET - add CAO library in .NET to retrieve top level object in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Use Navisworks API with WPF - Binding Model Hierarchy to Tree View - add tree view control to form, select data source to bind with tree view, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Apr 2, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

How to Map an Image to Create Transparency - Inventor tutorial, YouTube, Apr 3, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

How to Apply a Bump Map to Your Model - applying 3D texture to Inventor model, You Tube, Apr 3, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 - MEP - add air terminals on duct, angles, endcaps by using new plumbing template of Revit 2014, Gareth Spencer, CADline, Apr 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Introduction to Revit Architecture - use interface to select desired functions from contextual ribbon, project browser to add orientations, change justifications, lock/unlock positions, John Flanagan, CADline, Apr 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

MEP Families for Ceiling Coordination - finding family to edit, testing initial family, step-by-step instructions in Revit MEP, R Robert Bell, AUGI Library, Apr 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Extrusion Analyzer and Plan View Boundaries - retrieve, traverse element geometry, instantiate ExtrusionAnalyzer, retrieve, process its resulting output curves, testing ExporterIFCUtils ValidateCurveLoops method in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 3, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2014: To Select, or Not to Select? - minimize errors before dragging by confirming select links, underlay elements, pinned elements, elements by face options in Revit 2014, Sean Burke, Paradigm Shift, Apr 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Stripping a Coated/Plated Part in SolidWorks - move/copy body command to copy finished part, shell, combine command to specify thickness, detach shell of body, Al Zullo, CAPUniversity, Apr 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Alin's SW 2013 Pick of the Day - Preserve the Current Orientation When Using the View Selector - re-orient models while restoring original view by switching off orientation from SolidWorks view selector option, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Get Your Service Pack Updates - The Safe Way - go to 'summary screen' within installation manager to use 'download only' option in SolidWorks, Chris Briand, Javelin Technologies, Apr 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Flowing Surfaces Without Plug-ins - modeling front part of space shuttle: sketch model, use pull tool to drag face out, select new face on end, apply scale tool to change model’s shape in SketchUp, Andrew Alexander, SketchUp UR Space, Mar 2013 (more SketchUp tutorials)

NVIDIA GRID Appliance Designed to Speed 3D Modeling, Rendering for SMBs - on-demand visual computing system can simultaneously support as many as 16 users of Autodesk Design Suites, SolidWorks, Adobe Creative Suite, Nancy Spurling Johnson, Cadalyst, Apr 2, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles)

Solid Edge ST5 Tutorial - turning part into draft, YouTube, Apr 1, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

3D Printing 101, Pt 2: Mechanics - 3D printer uses Cartesian geometry to provide motion in X, Y, Z directions, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, Apr 2, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Meet AutoCAD 2014 - enhanced command line, ability to filter 'help' search results, drawing file tabs, drafting, annotation tools, managing references, geographic locations, Lee Ambrosius, AutoCAD Tips Blog, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 AutoComplete Command Entry - mid-string search functionality to see all commands, system variables containing particular word, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ACAD/ACA/AMEP: eTransmittal Error - locate dzip32.dll file, or check file permissions issues related to location, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Q&A with Brian Benton - adding sheet to sheet set, difference between sheet view tab, model view tab, automating updating of sheet index, Aurora Meneghello, NOVEDGE, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD sheet sets tutorials)

Using AutoLISP to Read an Access Database via ADO - employ Microsoft's ActiveX ADO technology from AutoLISP to establish connection with Microsoft Access drivers, ODBC, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Selecting File with Standard AutoCAD File/Open Dialog - use getfiled function of AutoLISP to view .DWG files, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Using iLogic to Change Threads in Components - From the Assembly - changing from coarse thread to fine thread, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Apr 2, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

View Representations with iLogic, Pt 3 - Check - automatically check if view rep updates are required, apply 'create contains/begins rule' to generate view reps in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, Apr 2, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Customize Revision Number - open revision schedule to use 'issued to/by' column, draw revision cloud, edit Revit revision history in title block family, Learning Revit, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials) 

Images for Your Revit Elements - API code to associate images with elements in Revit model, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials) 

Revit Tip - Default Materials - change 'default form' material using material editor to apply desired material to specific objects in Revit, Jeffrey Pinheiro, Revit Kid, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit tutorials) 

Structural Analysis and Code Checking Toolkit 2014 on Autodesk Exchange Apps - supports BIM process, optimizes workflows in cloud, on desktop, BIM and Beam, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit articles)

The Revit 2014 Pre-Release API and SDK - locating Revit 2014 SDK, upgrading code, adding to existing command, full circle creation, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Apr 2, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Sheet-Metal Multibody Parts: A New Look in SolidWorks 2013 - use modified FeatureManager tree to create new parent folder, determine gauge tables, parent sheet metal parameters, Judy Marlo, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 3, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Simulation Time Saver: Sub Modeling - improve results at critical areas, refine mesh of selected portion of model, run lot more simulation in less time, David Roccaforte, Fisher/UNITECH, Apr 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

EPDM - Updating Broken File References - select 'update references,’ locate folder where reference files are to be stored, update selected files, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, Apr 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#5) - opt for processor with faster clock speed, ensure SolidWorks’ ability to use cores properly, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Apr 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Irfan's SW Simulation 2013 Pick of the Day: Render Shell in 3D - define shell thickness in 'shell definition property manager,' check interpolated results across shell thickness, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, Apr 2, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Flow Simulation - Run New Variations Without Losing Results - using clone project command, GoEngineer, YouTube, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Electrical Getting Started - creating project, single, multi-line drawings, inserting schematic symbols, GoEngineer, YouTube, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Extrude Element Edges in Femap - click multiple button in 'select element faces' dialog, choose elements to be extruded, set tolerance level to pick edges, Alastair Robertson, Cadalyst, Mar 31, 2013 (more Femap articles) 

What's New NX 8.5, Pt 2 - unite with regions feature, helix enhancements, ability to mirror pattern instances, delete partial blend, Applied CAx, YouTube, Mar 21, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

3D to 2D to 3D - unroll, print out, assemble 3D model from sheet of paper using Rhino 5, Vimeo, Apr 1, 2013 (more Rhino tutorials)

How to Use the New 3D Print Feature in ZW3D 2013 - specify executable program (*.exe) of 3D printer to 3D print ZWCAD model, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, Apr 1, 2013 (more ZWCAD articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Apps for the Control of Building Systems - 15 apps included in list, 'Total Connect Comfort' app works with WiFi-thermostats, features multi-site support, 5-day weather forecasts, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Apr 2, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Creating a BIM Project Brief (BPB) - 4 cumulative levels of BIM scope, minimum modeling requirements, BIM execution plan requirements, Practical BIM, Mar 29, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Vectorworks Template or Stationery Files - Vectorworks automatically creates SectionStyle class when creating section viewport, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, Apr 1, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

Basic 3D Object Tools for Every User - union, subtract, intersect commands, slice, 'extrude faces' tools for editing 3D objects in AutoCAD, Chris Alexander, AUGI Library, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD 3D tutorials)

What's New in AutoCAD 2014: The Interface, Pt 1 - command line enhancements: autocorrect, autocomplete, adaptive suggestions, synonym suggestions, internet search, input settings, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Apr 2, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ACAD/ACA/AMEP: Files Randomly Go Into Not Responding or Severely Lag - try saving drawing to local user computer, save project with different name, reset software settings, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Use Tool Palettes for Dynamic Block Creation - after inserting parameter, connect action to it, test it within block editor in AutoCAD 2013, Danny Korem, Cadalyst, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD Tip of the Week: VPLAYER - 2 methods to control specific viewports: type VPLAYER F or LAYER command, Emmanuel Garcia, Computer-Aided Design, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

ACA 2014: Command Line Search - add instance of object of specific style/definition by typing in few letters of style/definition name, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture articles)

Find All Available OLEDB Data Providers Supported by ASI in AutoCAD - ASILISP functions to return cursors to system tables in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

How Green and Sustainable is My Civil 3D Infrastructure Project? - API code to determine Civil 3D project sustainability, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Apr 1, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Selecting Parameters Using Inventor's Heads Up Display - press '=' key to make selection arrow appear in 'heads up display' box, John Hackney, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, Apr 1, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

I Think I Found a Glitch in the Content Center - open content center editor, locate family to be updated, select 'replace family template,' confirm modification of parts in Inventor, Brendan Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, Apr 1, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

New Crop Region Functionality in Revit 2014 - ability to create non-rectangular crop regions within 2D views, improved callout tool, Ron Palma, Ideate, Apr 1, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Quick Rotate Objects - 'rotate after placement' checkbox while inserting objects in Revit view, press space bar to rotate object by 90 degrees, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, Apr 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Dimensioning - Tips - dimension all grid lines along axis, remove only portion of dimension string in Revit, Brian Mackey, BD Mackey Consulting, Apr 1, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

ArchiCAD 16 vs Revit 2013 - Image Import & Management - comparing image insertion commands, management tools, functionality, file formats, Scott MacKenzie, Life in a Virtual Building, Apr 1, 2013 (more Revit articles, ArchiCAD articles)

A Revit-Centric Review of the 3Dconnexion SpacePilot Pro (SPP) - impressive build quality, adjustable modes, intuitively pans, zooms in 2D views, set modes in 3D views, set shortcuts, Luke Johnson, What Revit Wants, Apr 2, 2013 (more mice reviews, Revit articles)

SolidWorks Linear Pattern Feature with Vary Sketch Option - creating ring of concentric, equally spaced extruded rings, Brian Reel, CATI Tech Notes, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Patterning Brush Bristles with a Curve Driven Pattern - creating bristles along helix sketch, Solid Professor, Apr 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks 2013 Update - SP3 allows c2 relation between partial ellipse, spline, intersect tool without using invert selection option, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

The Magic 8-Ball - creating cover of magic 8-ball using SolidWorks sketch tools, Jim Peltier, Javelin Technologies, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Electrical: Working with a BlackBox - generate smart symbol using BlackBox feature of SolidWorks Electrical, Delvin Masilamani, Javelin Technologies, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Factor of Safety Plots on Selected Bodies in SolidWorks Simulation - select one or multiple bodies to view plots of factor of safety distribution from 'factor of safety property-manager,' Ken LaVictor, Fisher/UNITECH, Apr 1, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Assign Shortcut Keys to Custom Programs in Femap - select custom program file to assign as shortcut, navigate to program file in 'customize' dialog, Alastair Robertson, Cadalyst, Mar 31, 2013 (more Femap articles)

Three Master Model Concept Misconceptions - MMC generates separate files for different types of info in Teamcenter, decouples model files, dependent models need not to have manifestation relationship, Scott Pigman, The PLM Dojo, Mar 30, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

3D Printer ROI Decoded - determine prototyping expenses, turnaround time, number of new products that can be released in market, consider time-to-market factor, Gary Polio, CAPUniversity, Mar 29, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Horizontal Curve Radius Assignment - define curve radii using table editor in InRoads, Envision CAD, Mar 29, 2013 (more InRoads articles)

G-Wizard Editors New Macro Variable Tab, Setvn, and Naming - Variables in Macros - access Variables list as sub-tab under 'macros,' SETVN gives variables names even if controller doesn't allow that syntax, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 29, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Alin's SW 2013 SP2.0 Pick of the Day - New Equal Curvature Relation for Splines and Conics - SolidWorks 2013 tutorial, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Mar 30, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Exa Ends Year on Weak Note, Looks to Growth in F2014 - Q4 revenue was $13.1 million, net loss of $0.3 million, project revenue down 19%, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, Mar 28, 2013 (more CFD articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Site Survey, Analysis & Visualization for Architects - 16 apps included in list, free MagicPlan app has innovative UI to create survey floor plans of spaces, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 26, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Sustainable Design Apps for Architects - 13 apps included in list, free Nest Mobile app works with your Nest learning thermostat, helps view, edit schedule remotely, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 28, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Utility and Tools Apps for Architects - 16 apps included in list, free Morpholio app helps architects present, share, get feedback on work on seamless platform, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 31, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Use of Window.Focus in AutoCAD 2014 - using palette to call command that requires AutoCAD to prompt for user input, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 30, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 Command Line - autocorrects to most relevant, valid AutoCAD command, edit autocorrect list to add more customizations, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Apr 1, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Change the Keyboard Commands in AutoCAD 2013 - open .pgp file to modify shortcut commands, Daniel Taylor, CADline, Mar 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Drawing an Archimedes Screw in AutoCAD - draw shaft, helix, rectangle of specific diameters, invoke SWEEP command, pick rectangle, helix, William Le Couteur's AutoCAD Blog, Mar 30, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

How to Map a Decal on a Material - mapping decal using composite layer with mask, various blend modes in 3ds Max, Bill McKown, Synergis, Mar 29, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 New Feature: Overview - ability to create, edit pressure network from objects in drawing, extract corridor solids, import, export survey queries, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, Mar 29, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Defining Your Own Facade Styles - identify facade theme to edit, check theme JSON description in model.files, add new facade cell, id, geometry in Civil 3D, Andreas Lippold, At Land's End, Mar 28, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Control Feature Creation Based on User Defined Boundary - Inventor iLogic rule, built-in topology analyzer of AddForSolid method, Vladimir Ananyev, Mod the Machine, Mar 29, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Controlling Rotation in an Inventor Polar Array - create sketch on front part of rectangular slot, outline circular path, use split tool to break circle into arc, John Hackney, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, Mar 31, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Points for Style - Quickly Adding an Insert Constraint in an Autodesk Inventor Assembly - hold 'Alt' key, left click on first circular edge, drag bolt to second circular edge, release left mouse button, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Mar 31, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Import Specific Layers of DWG to Inventor Part Sketch - use SelectedLayout option of translator add-in to specify layers in Inventor, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 31, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

A Bit of Terminology - understanding basics of macro, defining macro-based modules, code to run macro automatically when Revit starts, shuts down, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Mar 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Annotation in Revit Link Has Shifted Location in Host Model - use ‘wall tool’ in ‘pick lines’ option to add temporary wall on link, rotate elevation, check elevation view, Ryan Duell, Revit Clinic, Mar 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Filter for Family Instances in a Room - code returns element ids of all furniture, equipment family instances contained in given room in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Mar 29, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Sort and Orient Curves to Form a Contiguous Loop - using SortCurvesContiguous method in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Mar 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Combining CAD Formats - multifunctional tool ABViewer for CAD design, construction documents, supports more than 50 raster, vector, 3D file formats, Elena Reznikova, isicad.net, Mar 22, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Have It Your Way - mass customization depends on parametric modeling, responding to unique customer requirements, Heather Livingston, Cadalyst, Mar 28, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

NX for Noobs - Primitives - YouTube, Mar 27, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Interview with Moedls Founder John Fehr: 3D Scanning From a Mobile Device - talk about Moedls for hobbyists, creating working prototype, Kickstarter campaigns, 3DEngr.com, Mar 2013 (more reverse engineering articles)

The Organizer and the Difference Between View Map and Project Map - understanding value of organizer in ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, YouTube, Mar 28, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Beautiful 3D Documents, Pt 2 - documentation of fireplace framing as series of 3D images, pitfalls involved, scripted object for masonry, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, Mar 27, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 - Command Line - improved autocomplete, autocorrect, search system variables functions, Gareth Spencer, CADline, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Help System - new search filters, updated 'Guide to AutoCAD basics,' improved access to online help, Heidi Hewett, AutoCAD Insider, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Enabling AutoCAD 2014 JavaScript Debugging - using WebInspector app, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Create a Corridor with Civil 3D 2014 API - adding baseline with alignment, profile, Augusto Goncalves, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Mar 27, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Working with Spaces - creating space styles in AutoCAD Architecture, evaluating space information of finished floor plan, Melinda Heavrin, AUGI Library, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture tutorials)

Autodesk Talks About BIM - massive increase in BIM sales, adoption, growth of suites, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Mar 28, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Implementing an AutoCAD Palette Using HTML5 and JavaScript - creating XML definition for transient rectangular polyline, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Customize AutoCAD Through Programming - creating text search program, modifying entities using Visual Studio.NET, Andrew Roe, Cadalyst, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Create Custom Autodesk Inventor Part Templates - Inventor libraries vs custom part templates, modify sketch dimensions, check adaptivity, iMates, controlling points, iLogic components, Rusty Belcher, Cadalyst, Mar 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Store and Access Autodesk Inventor Styles and Templates - manage files using Autodesk Vault, configure vaulting styles, use network share to handle Inventor file styles, standards, R Eric France, Cadalyst, Mar 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Attach a Detail View Boundary to Its Parent View - redefine view by moving boundary definition, attach boundary definition to vertex in Inventor, Andy Roe, Micro Concepts, Mar 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Sort Your Inventor Parts List - edit parts list on drawing, sort them by using iProperties, go to ‘parts only tab’ to sort BOM structure, David Gate, CADline, Mar 28, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor Diameter and Radius Dimensions - select dimension type using RMB click while dimensioning arcs/circles in Inventor, Chris Turner, CADline, Mar 25, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 Properties Palette Tabs - click on dialog title bar, drag it either to title bar on properties palette or over tabs at bottom of palette, Revit OpEd, Mar 28, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit 2014: New Features and Enhancements - enhanced structural analytical model, air terminal on ducts, angle constraints for pipe, duct, cable trays, non rectangular crop regions, improved rebar tagging, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 28, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Revit 2014 API and Plan View Room Boundary Loops - retrieving plan view room boundary polygon loops, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Mar 28, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Quick QAT - move 'quick access toolbar' below menu ribbon to speed up Revit workflow, right-click on sheet to add commands in QAT, Jay Holland, BIM Aficionado, Mar 27, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Toggle the Visibility of Automatic Sketch Dimensions - using Revit API, macros to toggle one or all sketch dimensions, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Mar 28, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Sure, It Looks Good. But How'd You Do It? - exploring pros, cons of different methods for creating beam copes in Revit, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, Feb 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

When is a Line Not a Line? - understanding relation between lines, objects, components in Revit, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, Feb 15, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

How to Rename a SolidWorks File - use in-shortcut menu bar, select rename option to safely rename file in SolidWorks, Sean O'Neill, Prism Blog, Mar 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Quick Select Document Units - add quick access button in status bar to check unit system that current document is using, modify system settings using SolidWorks, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, Mar 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

ePDM Tips and Tricks: Update References Tool - cleaning broken references, adding files to vault, updating reference tree, InFlow Technology, Mar 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#4) - improve hardware performance by hyper-threading processor cores, include additional cores to impact photo rendering, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 28, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Vectorworks Spotlight Lighting Device Preferences - force placement of units on 18" centers, establish classes for lighting devices, affect appearance of label legends, beams of lights, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, Mar 18, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

So Where's Some of the Fun Stuff Hidden? - adding 'torus object' to 3D modeling tool set in Vectorworks, Kevin Lee Allen, KLAD, Mar 26, 2013 (more Vectorworks tutorials)

How to Hide Axis System in CATIA V5 - using VBA macro to hide geometry, use CATIA visual basic help file, object browser, CAD Systems Help, Mar 7, 2013 (more CATIA tutorials)

Putting Your Macro to Sleep - declare sleep subroutine function using syntax, specify length of time to suspend operation of program in MicroStation, Envision CAD, Mar 26, 2013 (more MicroStation tutorials)

An Update on NX CAD Software - geometric optimization added, 'center mark' feature to create center line in 3D annotation, manufacturing resource libraries added, improved point control for flank milling processes, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, Mar 27, 2013 (more NX articles)

Rounding Out Earnings: Delcam and MuM Set Records - total revenue was up 12%, software license revenue up 16% for Delcam, MuM's revenue from VAR business was up 26%, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, Mar 26, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Modeling & Rendering Apps for Architects - 11 apps included in list, impressive 3D modeling app CadControl is available for free, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 21, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Project Management Apps for Architects - 14 apps included in list, free Podio app can possibly be considered gem in this group, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 23, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Annotation Apps for Architects - 11 apps included in list, Documents app by Readdle is highly praised in this group, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 24, 2013 (more AEC articles)

What Else is New in Autodesk Navisworks 2014? - sectioning improvements, clash detective features, timeliner, extended file format support, Lee Mullin, Beyond Design, Mar 27, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Autodesk Acquisition Brings Composite Simulation Into the Fold - Helius:MCT delivers advanced capabilities for FEA helping engineers model layered woven composites, Beth Stackpole, Virtual Desktop, Mar 27, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Simulation CFD 2013: The Basic Solver License Could Not be Checked Out from License Server - install setup, run Simulation CFD, correct license related issues by locating, editing LICPATH.LIC file, David Lau, Up and Ready, Mar 27, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Use a Standards File to Bring an AutoCAD Drawing Into Line - creating standards file, testing it, specifying standards settings, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Mar 28, 2013 (more AutoCAD drawing tutorials)

AutoCAD 2014 Merge Layers from the Layer Properties Manager - select single or multiple layers, AutoCAD Tips, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Zooming to an AutoCAD Entity Using JavaScript - code implements command inside AutoCAD that zooms to extents of entity, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Mar 27, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 New Feature: AutoCAD Features - file tabs to switch between drawings, support for geographic locations, trusted file search path option added, option to protect drawings from unauthorized execution of files, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, Mar 27, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Corridor API 2014: New Methods and Properties - available for corridor, baselines, baseline region, assembly, subassembly, Augusto Goncalves, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Mar 27, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

Civil 3D - Site Parcel Style - adjust outer edge of site by outlining limits, regulate phase’s individual parcel style properties from context menu, John Evans, Design and Motion, Mar 27, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Inventor 2014 API Enhancements - support for dimension styles, API support for new types of sketch curves, 3D intersection curves, assembly joints feature, Brian Ekins, Mod the Machine, Mar 27, 2013 (more Inventor articles)

Basics for New Inventor Users - create part, assembly, presentation files depending on project, use data management software, parametric design, parameters, Mark Flayler, AUGI Library, Mar 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

View Representations with iLogic, Pt 2 - Update - use iLogic to locate existing view reps, update visibilities, inform users about updated view reps in Inventor, Luke Davenport, CADline, Mar 27, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Turn On/Off All Work Features with iLogic - using iLogic rule to toggle all work features on/off after completing work with assembly files in Inventor, Curtis Waguespack, From the Trenches with Autodesk Inventor, Mar 27, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Allow Custom Values Setting of a Parameter - check custom attribute of API to set parameter in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Mar 27, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Hook Up a Chain Using iMates - using iMate, UI to constrain parts to each other in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Mar 27, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Revit 2014 Selection Features - toggle buttons added to status bar, new drop down list in modify button on ribbon, Steve Stafford, Revit OpEd, Mar 27, 2013 (more Revit articles)

GetCellText - Contents of Schedule Cells in 2014 - read cell values directly with ViewSchedule.GetCellText that displays data in TaskDialog in Revit 2014, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Mar 27, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit: Vertically Compound Wall - create new wall style, edit structure to add horizontal elements, Sherry Pittman, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 26, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

QC Sheet - create sheet to view schedules from single place, filter, locate, correct errors associated with schedules in Revit, Sam Sampoux, Revit Templateer, Mar 26, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Autodesk Vasari - For Building Performance Analysis - using ‘conceptual energy analysis’ to create energy model, ‘sun path & wind rose’ to visualize shadows, solar radiation, wind tunnel, Emile Kfouri, Building Performance Analysis, Mar 27, 2013 (more Vasari articles)

Forget the Cavity Search: Use the Intersect Command for Filled Volume - creating filled volume from negative space to determine amount of liquid in bottle using SolidWorks, Matthew Lorono, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 26, 2013  (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Note-Building Machine: SolidWorks vs Infinite Monkeys - uncheck 'disable note merging when dragging' option, add files, multi-line note in library to be used in drawing, Jason Pancoast, CAPUniversity, Mar 27, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Getting Ready to Update Your Workgroup PDM Vault - ensure data security, keep backup of Vault data, ensure users log-off prior to update, lock Vault, Chris Briand, Javelin Technologies, Mar 27, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

What Does It Take to Learn the SolidWorks API? - develop programming skills, understand SolidWorks API object hierarchy, learn navigation using API help file, Keith Rice, SolidWorks API, Mar 27, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Mobile CAD Authoring for Architects - 8 paid apps included in list, vectorial drawing app TouchDraw support dimensioning, has text capabilities, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 21, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Autodesk Provides Preview of 2014 Product Family - more cloud options, InfraWorks software for AEC, reality capture tool to incorporate laser scans, digital photographs into 3D designs, Cadalyst, Mar 26, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk Unveils Building Design Suite 2014 - ReCap tool to create intelligent 3D data from laser scans, captured photos, raster design tool, improved interoperability, In the Fold, Mar 26, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk Unveils 2014 Civil Infrastructure Design Software - Autodesk InfraWorks, Autodesk ReCap included, In the Fold, Mar 26, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Autodesk 2014 Product Launch - Summary - social design feed now available in desktop apps, 300 new assets available in cloud, Inventor to Revit interoperability, Scott Moyse, Design and Motion, Mar 26, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Display Annotations in AutoCAD Drawings - Lynn Allen, You Tube, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

AutoCAD 2014 File Tabs - see all layouts in drawing using QuickView drawing, 'plot & publish' from preview, copy file path, asterisk indicates changes in saved file, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 Arc Improvement - control creation of arcs to be clockwise or counter clockwise, AutoCAD Tips, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

ACA 2014: Property Set Definition Auto-Attach - set AECPSDAUTOATTACH command to 1 to enable automatic attachment of property set definitions to objects, David Koch, The Architect's Desktop, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD Architecture articles)

Run AutoCAD Mechanical 2013 as AutoCAD 2013 - right-click on 'AutoCAD 2013-English' option in AutoCAD Mechanical 2013 folder to create AutoCAD desktop shortcut, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD Mechanical tutorials)

AutoCAD Platform - Multifunctional Grips - hover over grip to access options while editing lines, polylines, arcs, dimensions, use ctrl key to jump between options, Jarod Schultz, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Displaying Entities in Different Colors Using DrawableOverrule - clone drawable class inside WorldDraw method to overcome color setting limitations of DrawableOverrule in AutoCAD, Balaji Ramamoorthy, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Use Navisworks API with WPF - Create a .NET Control Application of WPF - choose WPF application template, add assemblies, import Navisworks assemblies, insert button to open file, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Mar 26, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

What's New in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 API - update object version to 10.3 in COM API to be able to reference new libraries, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Mar 13, 2013 (more Civil 3D articles)

How to Convert AutoCAD Blocks to a Civil 3D Point File in 10 Steps - extract data, select objects, properties, move columns in PNEZD format, refine, choose output data, Nikki Szymanski, Synergis, Mar 26, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

View and Kiss the Ripples in Civil 3D - assigns NCS rule-based meaning to layers, line types, blocks, layer scheme, minor vs major group positioning, plan representations, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, Mar 26, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Autodesk Inventor 2014 System Requirements - for general part, assembly design, complex models, mold assemblies, large assemblies, Sunith Babu, CAD Professor, Mar 26, 2013 (more Inventor articles)

Adding Scale to Title Block - edit title block definition, add text item with type prompted entry, add scale value to text in Inventor, Alessandro Gasso, Being Inventive, Mar 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Show Up-to-Date Loop Length - realize length of entity loop using measure loop tool, test code by clicking on 'mark entity' in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Mar 26, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

What You Can Do with View Filters in the 2014 API - adds filter with default overrides, returns all graphic overrides of specific filter in view, Harry Mattison, Boost Your BIM, Mar 26, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Supporting Columns - determining columns supporting selected beam using various different methods in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Mar 27, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Rotate Views on a Sheet in Revit - select view in project browser, duplicate, rename view, click on 'show crop region' to modify, crop region, Justin Doughty, CADline, Mar 25, 2013  (more Revit tutorials)

Z-Direction vs Start & End Offsets - understanding methods to move beam up or down, accommodate slab step, architectural elements in Revit, Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, Mar 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Renaming and Renumbering in Revit, Simplified with Ideate BIMLink - using BIMLink to create, manage unique type, component, space naming requirements as mandated by COBie specification, Glynnis Patterson, Ideate, Mar 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Change Your Life with SolidWorks Search Options - type feature name in 'search options' text box to display list of related system options in SolidWorks 2013, Jeff Setzer, SolidNotes, Mar 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Layout Sketches in a SolidWorks Drawing - create drawing from regular layout, insert front view of assembly on drawing sheet, Brain Adika, CATI Tech Notes, Mar 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#3) - check workstation activities to determine number of cores required, evaluate daily use before purchasing machine, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 26, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 3 - 5-axis indexed machining, considering machine operation options, parameters, tool path simulation methods, Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 22, 2013 (more RhinoCAM reviews)

IDEA Architecture 11: Pushing IntelliCAD Into BIM - IntelliCAD-based CAD software costs $1495, adds BIM, renderings, video walkthrough, imports/exports IFCs, generates 2D project drawings from 3D models, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Mar 26, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Four Steps to Follow When Updating Workflow Templates - build new Teamcenter workflow template based on current template, make changes to it, rename original template, remove .DEV suffix, Scott Pigman, The PLM Dojo, Mar 25, 2013 (more Teamcenter articles)

3D Printing 101, Pt 1: 3D Printer Basics - understanding 3D printing concepts, printing history, reasons for growth of 3D printing, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, Mar 25, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

New Conversational CNC Graphical User Interface - new UI in latest GW Editor version, individual wizards carry thumbnail, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 25, 2013 (more CAM articles)

 DriveWorks: Default Value Extended - handling multiple interrelated fields by creating setup that reduces complexity of rules, Adam Bridgman, Javelin Technologies, Mar 22, 2013 (more DriveWorks articles)

What's New in Navisworks 2014? - quantification feature to get accurate model based quantities from BIM model, Autodesk rendering engine, improved measurement tools, Lee Mullin, Beyond Design, Mar 26, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

File Catalog App - using app to read file, keep metadata of file after deleting it in Vault, Doug Redmond, It's All Just Ones and Zeros, Mar 22, 2013 (more Autodesk Vault articles)

Create a View with a Twist Angle Using a Paper Space Vport - using TwistAngle property of paper space viewport in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD paper space tutorials)

Model Documentation Commands Missing from Layout Ribbon in AutoCAD Mech 2013 - use CUILOAD command to load ModelDoc.cuix in layout Ribbon tab, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD Mechanical tutorials)

What’s New in AutoCAD 2014 - new application menu icon, new file tabs, command line with autocorrect option, Xref linetypyes no longer displayed in the linetype list or properties palette, has direct access to Autodesk Exchange Apps, Brian Benton, CAD-a-Blog, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 for Developers - binary application compatible with AutoCAD 2013, NET Framework 4.0 targeted, DWG file format unchanged, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

AutoCAD 2014 - enhanced command line, binary security, improved support for Support for geographic locations, reality capture, Jimmy Bergmark, JTB World Blog, Mar 26, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

The Future of AutoCAD WS: My Interview with the AutoCAD WS Project Managers - Q&A about mobile version of Fusion, Windows phone version of AutoCAD WS, switching to HTML 5, Brian Benton, CAD-a-Blog, Mar 25, 2013 (more AutoCAD WS articles)

How to Use the Replace Model Reference Feature in Autodesk Inventor - access ‘replace model reference' dialog box, select reference model, use new model to replace original model reference, Robert Reid, Synergis, Mar 25, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Determine File Type for iLogic Rule - iLogic code to check for existence of part file in Autodesk Inventor, Curtis Waguespack, From the Trenches with Autodesk Inventor, Mar 25, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Inventor 2014 - What's New - sketch linear or arched slots with a single command, new sweep functionality, connect command to position components and describe motion, graphics enhancements improve the performance of pan, zoom, and rotate of large models in both full and express mode, Jamie Ditsworth, Inventor Topix, Mar 26, 2013 (more Inventor articles)

What's New in Revit 2014? - displaced views, dockable windows framework, non rectangular viewports, material UI overhaul, improved multi-reference annotations, David Light, Revit, Mar 26, 2013 (more Revit articles)

Curve That Screen - create in-place mass, curtain system by face, create adaptive family to change different parameter values in Revit, Andy Milburn, Shades of Grey, Mar 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Remove Working Views with Python Shell and Revit API - use python script to delete unnecessary views, reducing file size before sharing Revit model with consultants, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, Mar 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Files and Revit LT - tips for Revit users working in workshared environment, coordinating with users working in Revit LT, Daniel Gijsbers, Daniel on Autodesk AEC Software, Mar 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Instantly Duplicate Sheet with Information - select sheet in Revit project browser, select 'copy to clipboard' option from menu, paste from clipboard, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, Mar 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Tie Beams to Columns - adjust start, end attachment type properties to allow beam move up, down with column in Revit, Brian Mackey, BD Mackey Consulting, Mar 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2013 Materials Library - modifying different assets of selected material using material editor, You Tube, Mar 24, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Using JT File with Solid Edge, Pt 1 - exchanging data using JT file, You Tube, Mar 24, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

Using JT File with Solid Edge, Pt 2 - You Tube, Mar 24, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

EPDM - Manually Updating the Toolbox in the Vault - ensure that toolbox is not being used, log into admin to check-out entire toolbox, select SolidWorks database to upgrade, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, Mar 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

SolidWorks Sketch Rectangle Basics - 2 types: corner, center rectangles, Ian Jutras, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to Set Your Spin Box Increments on the Fly - SolidWorks tutorial, You Tube, Mar 25, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

CAMWorks Quick Tip - Engrave with 3D Sketch - create 3D sketch, run automatic feature recognition tool, add multi-surface features for detecting tool path on 3D surface, The HRS Blog, Mar 23, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Personalize Your 3D Print Jobs in CatalystEX - switching colors using Stratasys Dimension printer, Jon Lawrence, CAPuniversity, Mar 22, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Mobile CAD Viewers and Collaboration for Architects - 17 apps, mostly are available for free, BIMx, AutoCAD WS considered as most sophisticated apps, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 21, 2013 (more AEC articles, cloud articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: Conceptual Drawing Apps for Architects - 9 apps included in list, impressive 'Paper by 53' app is available for free, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 21, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Ultimate iPad Guide: BIM Apps for Architects - 12 apps included in list, impressive CadFaster Collaborate is real-time viewer, co-viewer, multi-party collaboration tool, available for free, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, Mar 21, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Reconstructing the Architectural Practice: Success in AECO/REVIT/BIM - 4 components to restructuring plan: assessment, planning, creation, validation, Jay Zallan, AUGI Library, Mar 22, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Green Building Studio Default Inputs for Revit and Vasari Energy Analysis - cloud-based tool for analyzing energy, conceptual constructions, building operating schedule defaults, HVAC systems, Marjorie Stein, Building Performance Analysis, Mar 24, 2013 (more AEC articles)

Creating Custom Symbols and 3D Objects, Pt 1 - creating basic 2D symbol, saving new 3D object in ArchiCAD, Eric Bobrow, YouTube, Mar 4, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Make 2D Symbols Parametric - Simple GDL Editing, Pt 2 - adding parameter to control size of text, Eric Bobrow, YouTube, Mar 7, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Combine 2D and 3D Interactive Schedule Subtypes, Pt 3 - combine 2D, 3D elements together to create custom object with detailed 2D symbol, any level of 3D modeling, Eric Bobrow, YouTube, Mar 13, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Beautiful 3D Documents, Pt 1 - aligning leaders in ArchiCAD, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, Mar 22, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

Displaying the Attrib Dialog During Insert with AcEdCommand - use acedInitDialog function in ObjectARX, divide command sequence into 2 parts to display attribute dialog in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 22, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

How to Use the Scene State Manager - using different materials, lights, cameras, renderers for managing scene stages in 3ds Max, Bill McKown, Synergis, Mar 22, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

Construction Geometry in Autodesk Inventor - Is It Really Necessary? - checking differences that are found while using construction geometry in sketch vs not using it, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Mar 24, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Replace Dimension Style - select 'replace style' in 'style and standard editor' dialog to check if dimension styles are used by dimension settings in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Mar 22, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Evaluator of EdgeUse vs Edge - understanding relation between EdgeUse evaluator's u coordinate, face's u, v coordinates, model space coordinates in Inventor, Adam Nagy, Manufacturing DevBlog, Mar 22, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Characteristics of Revit Reference Lines - understanding reference line features, shapes, lengths, work planes, reference properties in Revit, Doug Bowers, Applying Technology to Architecture, Mar 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Deleting Import Definitions from a Revit Project - install WhiteFeet tools, open Revit, manage attachment links to remove definitions, paste element ID, Luke Johnson, What Revit Wants, Mar 25, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Wall/Face Based Family Trick - open files, check host value, Revit link' tab to link wall based projects, select link tool to copy in light fixture, Jarod Schultz, Mar 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit 2013 LTU Will Not Start - workaround is editing license transfer utility shortcut, David Lau, Up and Ready, Mar 22, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Editing Legacy Electrical Data with SolidWorks Electrical - using UI tools, import/export capabilities for creating new designs faster in SolidWorks Electrical, Scott High, 3DVision Technologies, Mar 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

How to: SolidWorks New User Settings - tips for new users to streamline learning process, Jim Krivoshein, CATI Tech Notes, Mar 22, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 2 - tools for flats roughing, parallel finishing, projection pocketing, horizontal hill machining, 4-axis hole making, Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 18, 2013 (more RhinoCAM reviews)

Increase Daily Productivity by Defining Plotting Variables in MicroStation - standardize plotting resources, define variables to use these resources, Bob Mecham, Envision CAD, Mar 21, 2013 (more MicroStation tutorials)

GW Editor v1.020 Adds a Slotting Wizard - check correctness of safe Z, rapid to Z, material top Z, assign start XY, slot, angle dimensions using editor, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 21, 2013 (more CAM articles)

New Conversational CNC Face Milling and Surfacing Wizard - includes 3 different toolpaths: zig-zag, climb mill, radial, CNCCookbook, Mar 19, 2013 (more CAM articles)

Tech Tip: PDM in PLM - components of CAD integration platform, structure extraction methods, file management APIs, Aras Innovator Technology, Mar 21, 2013 (more PLM articles)

How to Print a Photo with a 3D Printer - C++ program reads PGM file, translate data into X, Y, Z table, convert file into surface, generate 3D model using Stratasys Objet 30 3D printer, Luis Doval, Javelin Technologies, Mar 21, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)

Using the Morph Tool to Create Custom Objects in ArchiCAD - comprises of 3 primary sub-elements; nodes, edges, faces; creating custom shapes, objects using morph tool, Thomas Simmons, AECbytes, Mar 21, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

ArchiCAD 16 vs. Revit 2013 (Architecture) - Annotation - comparing dimensions, text tool, text as labels, tags, keynotes, leaders, leaders-stand-alone, revision tool functionalities, Scott MacKenzie, Life in a Virtual Building, Mar 21, 2013 (more Revit articles, ArchiCAD articles)

Create a Tool Palette from a Drawing's Blocks - launch DesignCenter, navigate to drawings, expand .DWG node, right-click on blocks node to create tool palette in AutoCAD, Michael Beall, AUGI Library, Mar 21, 2013 (more AutoCAD block tutorials)

AutoCAD Reference File Management - use reference manager tool to update, load drawings, verify references of changed paths, export reports, Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, Mar 21, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Creating a Point Cloud Spatial Filter/Clipping Box Using ObjectARX - specify filter callback for point cloud entity using acdbModifyPointCloudDataView() function, Fenton Webb, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

SendStringToExecute Does Not Work When Called During kLoadDwgMsg - AutoCAD command line remains unready at this point, workaround is to use ads_queueexpr function, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 21, 2013 (more AutoLISP tutorials)

Using Civil 3D to Bring 3D Models Into Infrastructure Modeler, Pt 2 - export command with .FBK option to bring 3D model into Infrastructure Modeler, Ron Couillard, What's the Word on Civil 3D?, Mar 18, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Why PDF Created from Civil 3D Opens in Wrong Version of Adobe - uninstall older version, install newest version of Adobe Reader, or adjust registry settings, Almas Suljevic, Being Civil, Mar 21, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Rename View by Matching Elevation Tag with Room - collect views of class ViewSection, construct point at midpoint of each CropBox, obtain pt's translation, retrieve room in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Mar 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Primal Screen - creating parametric sloping version of slatted timber screen using adaptive components in Revit, Andy Milburn, Shades of Grey, Mar 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Monitors for CAD - reviews of AOC i2367fh, EIZO FlexScan EV2436W, HP ZR2440w, Lenovo LT2452p, NEC MultiSync P232W, ViewSonic VP2765-LED, Curt Moreno, Cadalyst, Mar 21, 2013 (more LCD display reviews)

Dell Precision M6700 - mobile workstation with 17.3" LED-backlit panel, NVIDIA Quadro K5000M graphics card, Outstanding connectivity options, above-average battery life, Art Liddle, Cadalyst, Mar 21, 2013 (more laptop reviews)

Eurocom Panther 4.0 - 17.3" LED-backlit panel with impressive display, 32 GB of DDR3-1600 system memory, good performance, but limited battery life, Art Liddle, Cadalyst, Mar 21, 2013 (more laptop reviews)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints (FSWPC-13-#2) - hardware testing - know requirements of model, modeling methods to determine RAM requirements, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 21, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

Create New Symbols by Modifying Existing - find similar symbol, copy, paste it, modify in SolidWorks Electrical as per need, GoEngineer, YouTube, Mar 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Hole Series in SolidWorks Simulation - use hole series feature to speed up process of defining bolt connectors within simulation, Irfan Zardadkhan, Javelin Technologies, Mar 21, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Update on Creo 2.0 - free Freestyle extension for organic shape modeling, improved measurement function, cross-sectioning, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM Performance, Mar 20, 2013 (more Pro/E reviews)

CAM Logic Tech Tuesday: CAM Tips &Tricks - generic motion control, gun drilling in NX CAM, YouTube, Mar 19, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Sync or Swim: Syncing Your Custom Settings with Autodesk 360 - choose types of settings, customizations to be synced, Isaac Harper, What's the Word on AutoCAD?, Mar 5, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Can't Explode a Block - invoke block command, select desired block, check 'allow exploding' box to change block definition, redefine block in AutoCAD, RK McSwain, CAD Panacea, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Undo Recording and Transactions - understanding concept of partial undo recording vs full object state undo recording in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

XCLIP Xrefs Using ObjectARX - AcDbSpatialFilter class to define spatial filter to define clip volume of block reference to xref in host AutoCAD drawing, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Kinect Fusion Inside AutoCAD - generating shaded view of mesh from particular viewpoint, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Access the Default Directory Name in File-Open Dialog - use system variables DWGNAME, DWGPREFIX to obtain information about current drawing in AutoCAD, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Using Civil 3D to Bring 3D Models Into Infrastructure Modeler - setting up Civil 3D to import from Trimble 3D warehouse, Ron Couillard, What's the Word on Civil 3D?, Feb 18, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Why Layer Stumble Through Your Content When You Can Layer Walk - display objects on layers selected, filter out names of layers, invert selection option to display other layers, hide selected layers in AutoCAD, Isaac Harper, What's the Word on AutoCAD?, Mar 5, 2013 (more AutoCAD layer tutorials)

Top Ten Autodesk Software Support Queries: Requests 6-10 - cross platform licensing, network license requiring server setup, software installation choices, handling issues related to installation, downloads, Derek Wielkopolski & Bradley Cooley, Ideate, Mar 20, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

AutoCAD 2013 - Terminology 3 - understanding commonly used terms like property, ribbon, selection view, snap, styles, view, UCS, units, John Flanagan, CADline, Mar 20, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

Password Protect Your Inventor Files - create new part file, 2 custom text parameters, password protection rule, set parameter 'set_password' to desired password, Clinton Brown, CADline, Mar 19, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Sheet Metal Parts Without Deformation - change K-factor value to 1 to avoid compression on part, check geometry direction while applying K-factor in Inventor, Mark Flayler, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, Mar 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Using Capture Current State with Autodesk Inventor iLogic - controlling lug holes in automotive rim, select 'capture current state' after locating feature, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, Mar 20, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Beam End Symbols - create connection symbols, use family category, parameter button to modify family type, load family after symbol is created in Revit, Brian Mackey, BD Mackey Consulting, Mar 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit Architecture 2013 - Curtain Walls - change grid pattern type parameters to none to delete curtain wall grid, John Flanagan's CADline, Mar 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Temporary Dimension Size - go to 'temporary dimension text appearance' under graphics tab to adjust font size, dimension background in Revit, Mark Cronin, Better Revit, Mar 21, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Exit Path Line Type - use 'detail component line based' family template, sketch symbol, create repeating detail after loading details into Revit project, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Mar 20, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

An Epic Thread on Revit Worksets and Worksharing - understanding role of worksets while adjusting visibility, loading/unloading elements, future of worksets as Revit functionality, Michael Ruehr, Revitworx, Mar 9, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Parallel Workflow Transitions - open transition properties dialog box, add roles, permissions, save workflow changes, verify transitions before approving them in SolidWorks EPDM, Jay Thompson, CAPUniversity, Mar 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

What's Wrong? - right click on sketch, select 'what's wrong' to locate error, check sketch features, make dimensions definite in SolidWorks, Jordan Nardick, CATI Tech Notes, Mar 20, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 1 - Rhino plug-in has core technology for 5-axis continuous milling module, powerful new tool path generation methods, Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 14, 2013 (more RhinoCAM reviews)

ArchiCAD Training - 7 Keys to Best Practices - get organized, do it once, save your settings, work from general to specific, use ArchiCAD's structure, Eric Bobrow, YouTube, Mar 17, 2013 (more ArchiCAD articles)

What's New NX 8.5, Pt 1 - customizing shortcut toolbar, dialog box snapping, YouTube, Mar 18, 2013 (more NX tutorials)

Managing Geometric Constraints in AutoCAD for Mac - click on ‘hide all’ option under constraint bars in parametric menu to turn off, make symbols transparent, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD on Mac articles)

Simulation CFD 360 2013: An Unknown Failure has Occurred - close simulation interface, sign out from simulation job manager, delete web services, open simulation software afresh, David Lau, Up and Ready, Mar 19, 2013 (more Autodesk 360 articles)

Customize Keyboard Commands in AutoCAD - run alias.exe file located in AutoCAD express folder, create new alias file to generate shortcut key, Mohammed Siraj, Cadalyst, Mar 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Edit Individual Leaders of a Multileader - click once on leader line containing arrowhead to be changed while pressing ctrl key in AutoCAD, Murray Clack, Cadalyst, Mar 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD tips)

Extended Timeline Script for 3D Studio Max - provides ability to save specific set of frames to be able to return to previously saved selection with single click, Chandan Kumar, Cgtuts+, Mar 19, 2013 (more 3ds Max tutorials)

TinSurfaceTriangle and Its Vertices Direction in AutoCAD Civil 3D - determine direction in which vertex points are counted, Partha Sarkar, Infrastructure Modeling DevBlog, Mar 19, 2013 (more Civil 3D tutorials)

Revit Sheet Setups - create master sheet with different schedules, use master source file with sheets setup with note schedules, Mathew Miller, Revittize, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Revit LT 2013 - Things That You Need to Know - explores list of general, architectural, structural, visualization, mechanical, collaboration functionalities that Revit LT 2013 lacks, Dennis Collin, CADline, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Cut with Voids When Loaded - create family in family editor, choose elements to be extruded, check void cuts in Revit floor, Revit Zone, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Adding Other Disciplines to Sheet List - create dummy sheets to include consultant drawings, create placeholder sheet, import sheet list from linked Revit Model, Veng Leong, Learning Revit, Mar 8, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Opening Project and Specifying Worksets - select among all, editable, last viewed, specify options to save time while opening worksets in Revit, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Mar 13, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Callout Far Clipping - adjust far clip setting to independent to set different value to ‘far clip offset’ from parent view in Revit, Scott Chatterton, The Revit Jedi, Mar 11, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Everyone vs Just Me for Custom Actions Installer Classes - using CustomActionData property to add values to Context.Parameters in Revit, Daren Thomas, Daren@Work, Jan 16, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Flipping Stairs Flips Stringer Side - change direction of stairs using flip direction arrow at top of stairs in Revit 2013, Dwane Lindsey, Revit ArchCenter, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

WorksetExplorer Revit Add In - What's On Your Worksets? - run WorksetExplorer from dpStuff utils to sort, organize Revit worksets, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Naming Conventions - Profiles and Schedules - 5 types of schedules, 11 types of profiles can be assigned to profile family in Revit, Revitdialog, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Tales from the Helpdesk Crypt - Backgrounds That Disappear in Sketch Mode - changing setting of halftone slider bar to 0 in Revit causes issue, David Metcalf, What's the Word on BIM?, Jan 31, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

NVIDIA Announces Grid Visual Computing Appliance - turnkey system for delivering remote access to high performance computer graphics apps, price starting at $24,900, plus annual software license of $2,400, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Mar 19, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles)

GTC 2013: 8 to 16 Virtual Machines, Hosted in NVIDIA Grid VCA - powerful GPU-based system to run complex apps, send graphics output over network to be displayed on client computer, Kenneth Wong's Virtual Desktop, Mar 19, 2013 (more NVIDIA articles)

How to Change Company Logo on SolidWorks Drawings - modify image file if objects are linked to external file, else create new logo image file using image editing program, Vic Frauenfeld, SolidNotes, Mar 19, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Importing SolidWorks Files with Textures in Composer - save file as 3D XML file to export them with textures in 3DVIA Composer, Matt Campbell, Javelin Technologies, Mar 19, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints - introduction, details of baseline test, Josh Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 19, 2013 (more SolidWorks articles)

ANSYS 14.5 - ability to load lighter-weight representations of large geometry sets, filtering tools, connection matrix, fracture mechanics, Al Dean, Develop 3D, Mar 12, 2013 (more ANSYS reviews)

Keeping Track of Changes - go to 'project notes' in file menu, access textpad type interface to record information in organized way in ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, Mar 19, 2013 (more ArchiCAD tutorials)

Mentor Builds an MCAD-to-EDA Bridge with FloTHERM XT - has electronics cooling simulation capabilities, create bridges, optimized integration between mechanical design, EDA tools, workflows, Beth Stackpole, Kenneth Wong's Virtual Desktop, Mar 18, 2013 (more MCAD articles)

Filters are Your Friends - drag fuse down to timeline, creating key for every single object, property using 3DVIA, YouTube, Mar 13, 2013 (more 3DVIA articles)

Advanced Energy Analysis with Green Building Studio DOE2 and EnergyPlus Support - carrying out energy simulations, exporting from Green Building Studio, David Scheer, Building Performance Analysis, Mar 17, 2013 (more AEC articles)

How to Automatically Display the Plotting Scale on Your AutoCAD Drawing - set scale for viewport, MTEXT command to access text editor, select object under field names, choose scale in property box, Ellen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Mar 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD plotting tutorials)

ACAD/ACA/ACAD MEP: Plot Styles and Converting Them - expand plot dialog box's plot styles, direct plot styles to correct location, use CONVERTPSTYLES command to convert plot styles, Cherisse Biddulph, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, Mar 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD plotting tutorials)

Convert AutoCAD Units Using -DWGUNITS - undocumented command method, questions sequence to set new setups in AutoCAD, Edwin Prakoso, CAD Notes, Mar 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD undocumented commands tutorials)

Using Inventor Region Properties and Cross Section Analysis for Physical Properties - evaluate area, perimeter of sketch loops, analyze part thickness using cross-section analysis tool, Robert Reid, Synergis, Mar 18, 2013 (more Inventor tutorials)

Living the Dream - tips to cope up with changes in AutoCAD with each release, seek help from AUGI discussion boards, CAD blogs, YouTube, local user groups, Adam Munoz, AUGI Library, Mar 19, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)

List of Extensible Tab Dialogs in AutoCAD - 3 tabbed dialogs: options dialog, drawing aids dialog, MTEXT editor, Xiaodong Liang, AutoCAD DevBlog, Mar 18, 2013 (more AutoCAD programming tutorials)

Add Custom Properties to All Desired Model Items - get child items, add properties again in Navisworks, Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, Mar 18, 2013 (more Navisworks articles)

Top Ten Autodesk Software Support Queries: Requests 1-5 - license cascading, Autodesk 360 setup, configuration, license switching between standalone and network, system requirements, supported graphics hardware, Derek Wielkopolski & Bradley Cooley, Ideate, Mar 18, 2013 (more Autodesk articles)

Something I've Always Felt More Comfortable Doing in AutoCAD - Property Lines - enable degrees from N/S setting, set true north in plan view, adjust bearing dimension in Revit, Luke Johnson, What Revit Wants, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Wall Wraps and Wall Closures - select wall, modify by adjusting properties, edit door family to determine wall closure position in Revit, Revit Zone, Mar 18, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Find and Delete Empty Tags with Revit IronPython Shell - apply TagAll tool to tag all doors, remove empty tags from active view using shell script, Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, Mar 18, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Modeling Revit Piling from Microsoft Excel - copy existing pile schedule into Excel based model generator, load families into active project, convert correct values, Autodesk Revit Structure, Mar 17, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

Curved Ceiling with Alternating Wood Profiling - repeater tool in Revit 2013, using 2 different 2-point adaptive components, Havard Vasshaug, Mar 19, 2013 (more Revit tutorials)

It's Never Too Late to Vote in EPDM - creating parallel approval process in workflow in SolidWorks EPDM, Greg Dawes, Fisher/UNITECH, Mar 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks PDM articles)

Refreshing the View Palette - click refresh button in view palette to make deleted views available again in SolidWorks drawing, Andrew Lidstone, Javelin Technologies, Mar 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

SolidWorks Spline Basics - understanding splines, methods for creating splines in SolidWorks, Ian Jutras, SolidWorks Blog, Mar 18, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Learning About Assemblies - exploring mates feature, replacing parts in assembly, inter-part relations, assembly explode interface in Solid Edge, Matt Lombard, On the Edge, Mar 16, 2013 (more Solid Edge tutorials)

SolidWorks Plastics Quick Tip - Weld Lines - detect design flaws early in development cycle, change gate location to reduce weld lines, Chris Villeneuve, The HRS Blog, Mar 16, 2013 (more SolidWorks tutorials)

Printing Out Solibri Rule Sets - run imported rule set through checking process, click report in 'result summary tab' to save file for printing, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, Mar 18, 2013 (more Solibri articles)

CATIA V5 - 3D XML and Functional Tolerancing and Annotation (FTA) - using free 3D XML viewer, Mark Mason, CAD Tutorials, Mar 15, 2013 (more CATIA tutorials)

Keep Your Intellectual Property with an In-House Stratasys 3D Printer - consider 1-10-100 rule, use Stratasys' FDM technology with Objet's Polyjet process for effective printing, Chris Garceau, CAPUniversity, Mar 15, 2013 (more rapid prototyping articles)